Election Integrity

Governors from South Dakota and 22 states support the SAVE Act, which aims to unify voter eligibility and election integrity standards. This bipartisan effort is expected to stimulate demand for election technology and security solutions, presenting new opportunities for procurement professionals in these sectors.

Senator Joe Pennacchio is probing IDEMIA and the New Jersey MVC over non-citizen voter registrations. With claims of approximately 6,600 erroneous registrations between 2023 and 2024, this inquiry could have significant implications for vendor accountability and procurement activities related to elections.

The New Jersey Senate has urged the Division of Elections to notify counties of 6,600 noncitizen voter registrations. This move is a critical step toward ensuring election integrity and may create procurement opportunities for vendors in election compliance solutions.

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of Kenya is confronting a KES 33 billion funding gap due to budget cuts by the National Treasury. This significant deficit jeopardizes the procurement of essential biometric kits necessary for the 2027 General Election, potentially threatening the election's integrity and smooth implementation.

The Arizona Legislature has approved the Secure Elections Act for the 2028 ballot, emphasizing enhanced election integrity. This act is expected to significantly impact procurement for election technology, with increased requirements for voter ID systems and cybersecurity measures.