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Dallas County weighs alternatives after turmoil at ballot-technology vendor; staff to brief court on options before year end

5534336 · August 5, 2025
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Elections staff told the Commissioners Court that vendor Votac (VOTEC) sent alarming internal messages about a leadership resignation and possible closure; county will consider migrating to the Texas secretary of state—s TEAM system or other alternatives before the VOTEC contract expires Dec. 31, 2025.

County elections officials told the Commissioners Court on Aug. 5 they are monitoring vendor disruption after that vendor's leadership signaled sudden resignations and sent messages suggesting an impending shutdown. Elections Administrator Jonathan Garcia said the county has not experienced an operational disruption but acknowledged the company—s…

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