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Uvalde County Court Authorizes Countywide Polling Places After Heated Public Debate
Summary
Following extensive public comment both for and against, the court voted to proceed with the Secretary of State‑approved countywide polling‑place program. Supporters cited convenience and access; opponents raised notice, auditability and fraud concerns. Vote recorded in favor.
After a lengthy public-comment period on Sept. 23, the Uvalde County Commissioners Court voted to proceed with the countywide polling‑place program that the Secretary of State had approved for the county.
Melissa Jones, introduced by the presiding officer as the elections administrator, reported the county’s application had been approved by the Secretary of State and recommended moving forward. That recommendation came after presenters and dozens of residents — both…
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