The State Board of Elections is taking steps to ensure that public participation is not hindered by technical issues. They have announced a new date for the public hearing concerning proposed regulations on how county election boards should address deficiencies in returned absentee ballots.
The rescheduled hearing is set for 9 a.m. on July 16, 2026, at the State Board of Elections, Dobbs Building, 430 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27603. In conjunction with this, the deadline for public comments on these absentee voting rules has been extended to the same date.
The initial hearing on June 22 faced technical issues that interfered with recording, prompting a need for rescheduling. This ensures that Board members can properly review oral comments prior to finalizing the rules.
Details on Commenting
Individuals interested in commenting on the absentee voting rules have several options available:
- Online: Use the Public Comment Portal at 2026 Absentee Voting Rules.
- Email: Send comments to rulemaking.sboe@ncsbe.gov, specifying the rule being addressed.
- In-Person Public Hearing: Attend the hearing at 9 a.m. on July 16, 2026, at the Board Room, State Board of Elections, Dobbs Building, 430 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27603.
- Mail: Address comments to Rulemaking Coordinator, P.O. Box 27255, Raleigh, NC 27611-7255, identifying the specific rule being commented on.
For further details on all proposed rules, including the text and rationale for each, visit the State Board’s website at Rulemaking.
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