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Board clarifies response if federal agents appear at polling places
Summary
Board reiterated that federal agents should not be inside polling places; staff said protocol is to call state police, the Secretary of State's office, local police, and the attorney and that agents may remain off-site (sidewalk/parking) but must not interfere with voting.
Staff said the Secretary of State's materials reminding jurisdictions about federal agents and law-enforcement protocols will be posted at polling places and the BCA binder. The board reiterated that federal agents are not allowed inside the polling location and that if federal agents arrive staff should immediately call the state police, the Secretary of State's office, local police, and the municipality's attorney.
Members clarified that agents may be present off-site (for example, down the street or in the parking lot) but not in ways that interfere with voting or the check-in table. Staff committed to preparing a phone list so poll workers can respond quickly if someone in uniform attempts to enter or interfere.
