House Subcommittee Hearing: 2022 Midterm Election Review
January 1, 2024
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The Frame
This hearing establishes the legislative priorities for the House Subcommittee on Elections, signaling a focus on state-led election administration and the promotion of specific state-level security practices as national benchmarks.
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State Election Officials
These officials are the primary subjects of the subcommittee's review and are expected to implement or adapt the 'best practices' discussed.
Voters
Voters are affected by changes to election administration, security protocols, and ballot access procedures resulting from the subcommittee's recommendations.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2024.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on March 10, 2023, in the Longworth House Office Building.
- The subcommittee's stated goal is to identify and promote 'best practices' for election administration, including cyber and physical infrastructure and emergency management.
- The subcommittee affirmed the constitutional principle that states hold primary authority over election laws and administration.
- Witnesses provided testimony regarding election successes in Ohio, Louisiana, and Florida.
- The hearing record remains open for 5 legislative days for members to submit additional materials.
- Submissions for the record included a report on the Elections Clause and data regarding Georgia voter turnout and ballot casting success.
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Why It Matters
This hearing establishes the legislative priorities for the House Subcommittee on Elections, signaling a focus on state-led election administration and the promotion of specific state-level security practices as national benchmarks.
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Discoveries
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Focus on State-Led Models
The subcommittee is explicitly positioning itself as a clearinghouse for state-level election 'best practices' rather than proposing federal mandates.
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