The Board of Supervisors in Phoenix has taken a stand on election integrity by preventing the County Recorder from mailing ballots to voters who did not request them. This decision was made during a meeting focused on adopting the Election Plan for the upcoming Congressional District 7 special election.
While most of the plan was approved, a proposal by Recorder Justin Heap to send ballots to certain voters not on the Active Early Voting List (AEVL) was excluded. Chairman Thomas Galvin, representing District 2, stated, “County recorders should only mail a ballot to early voters who have signed up for AEVL or those who have made a one-time request for an early ballot.” He expressed concerns that sending unsolicited ballots could lead to complications and lack of support from the Board.
Vice Chair Kate Brophy McGee from District 3 added, “While the goal is to offer convenience for certain voters, we can’t have a County Recorder who picks and chooses who gets early ballots and who doesn’t. Allowing it even one time would set a terrible precedent.”
Board members highlighted their commitment to voter outreach, ensuring that people are informed about voting procedures for the CD-7 election. The approved election plan will provide both early and election day voting options. Voters on AEVL or those making a one-time request will receive an early ballot by mail.
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