The MEDS Commission Gears Up for Its First Meeting
The ongoing quest for modernization of election systems in North Carolina is taking a structured approach as the newly formed Modernization of Election Data Systems (MEDS) Commission prepares for its first meeting. Set to convene on February 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM, this inaugural gathering promises to be a pivotal moment in the evolution of the state’s election management infrastructure.
The meeting will be chaired by State Auditor Dave Boliek and will be hosted in the Jim Long Hearing Room located at 325 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, N.C. 27699. Both the public and press are encouraged to attend, reflecting a commitment to transparency and public engagement.
For those unable to attend in person, the session will be accessible via a livestream on the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ncstateauditor.
Agenda Highlights
- Introduction of the committee
- Opening remarks from State Auditor Dave Boliek
- Discussion by Sam Hayes, Executive Director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections, on SEIMS upgrades
- Insights from Lindsey Wakely, Director of Campaign Finance, on updating campaign finance reporting
- Closing remarks
In a recent announcement, State Auditor Dave Boliek emphasized the MEDS Commission’s role in supporting the modernization efforts. The commission aims to provide guidance and innovative ideas as part of a collaborative effort with the Office of the State Auditor and the State Board of Elections. This initiative is part of a comprehensive three-phase plan to enhance the Statewide Elections Information Management System (SEIMS), as well as to revamp the campaign finance reporting system in North Carolina.
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