The Committee on House Administration convened today to assess the preparedness of states for the upcoming federal elections, just 55 days before Election Day. With voting already underway in some states, including Delaware, which has begun mailing ballots, the committee welcomed six Secretaries of State to discuss their election preparations.

Chairman of the committee emphasized the importance of ensuring election integrity and building public confidence in the electoral process. He highlighted the unique challenges faced by different states, such as Ohio's recent initiative to remove noncitizen voters from their rolls and Florida's ongoing struggles with natural disasters impacting election logistics.

The committee is actively working to bolster election security through various legislative measures, including the Save Act, which aims to require proof of U.S. citizenship to vote. The chairman noted that evidence of noncitizens on voter rolls has prompted states to take action, with Ohio reporting the removal of over 500 noncitizens from its voter rolls.

In addition to legislative efforts, the committee introduced the House Election Observer Program, designed to ensure that elections are conducted fairly and accurately. This program will provide observers access to polling places to monitor the electoral process.

Ranking member Morelli acknowledged the significant work ahead for the Secretaries of State as they prepare for the election, emphasizing the urgency of mailing ballots to military and overseas voters within the next ten days. He recognized the challenges that lie ahead but expressed confidence in the commitment of state officials to ensure a secure and fair election.

As the nation approaches the critical November 5th date, the committee's focus remains on supporting states in their election administration efforts, reinforcing the belief that secure and fair elections are fundamental to democracy.