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RightCount is an educational organization committed to elevating the voices of everyday Georgians to affirm the security and integrity of elections, share policy changes that help build trust among voters and provide cover for election officials to uphold their oath and the rule of law free from intimidation.

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Message from our State Chair

Eric Johnson — Former Senate President Pro Tempore

RightCount, State Chair

“Too many Georgians harbor doubt about the integrity of our elections, and the worst outcome for America is that those doubts cause voters to stop participating in elections. RightCount, through our commitment to protecting the rule of law in our vote-counting and certification process, is playing an important role in encouraging more people to recognize the integrity of elections here in Georgia and in other critical states across America.”

State Info

God has blessed America, but our freedom only survives if our election officials honor their oath to support and defend the Constitution. Election falsehoods and threats against election officials are growing problems that erode public trust in elections and the strength of our constitutional system of government. Our democracy cannot function if the public servants who administer our elections fear for their lives just for doing their jobs.

RightCount is dedicated to honoring America’s Founding, upholding the Constitution and counting every vote. By working with firefighters, police officers, veterans and small business owners to educate Georgia voters on the integrity and accuracy of the electoral processes, RightCount will reduce the appeal of extremism for election doubters and build confidence in the outcome of elections.

Learn about Senate Bill 202’s Election Security Reforms

2022 Georgia Post-Election Survey (MIT/UGA)

Read RightCount’s Amicus Brief Challenging State Election Board Regulations (Oct 2024)

 

Key Election Reforms in Georgia

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State Officials Required To Check for Duplicate Voter Registrations.
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Paper Ballots Required to be Stored in Locked Facilities.
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No Voting Equipment is Connected to the Internet.
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Ballot Drop Boxes are Monitored By Video Surveillance.

FAQs

Can non-citizens vote in Georgia?

No. It’s illegal to vote in Georgia in any election if you are not a U.S. citizen. This is also true for federal elections in all 50 states.

Does Georgia have a strict Voter ID requirement?

Yes.

Who is in charge of ensuring Georgia’s elections are secure?

The elections division of the Georgia Secretary of State’s office oversees all election activity, including voter registration and municipal, state, county, and federal elections. The Office of the Secretary of State works closely with county election offices to make sure that policies are followed and elections take place according to established laws and rules. Local election officials and poll workers, everyday Americans from both parties, receive training to ensure strict compliance with standards that ensure transparency, accuracy and security in elections.

What conservative third parties have assessed Georgia election laws and procedures deeming them to be secure?

In a recent independent study, the conservative Heritage Foundation found Georgia’s election laws, regulations and procedures to be among the most secure in America.

Are Georgia’s voting machines secure?

The voting machines that Georgians use to complete their ballots are not connected to the internet. This limits cybersecurity risks and protects machines from computer hackers. Additional security is provided through encryption, multifactor authentication, and role-based access controls. The machines also print a paper ballot, which is auditable. Having an “auditable” paper ballot ensures that, if election officials need to conduct an audit or recount, they can confirm that your ballot is valid.

What major election security reforms were instituted after the 2020 elections?

Senate Bill 202 was adopted by the Georgia General Assembly in 2021 and brings about a number of security enhancement changes in elections. For example, under the new law, voters who wish to cast their ballot by absentee ballot must provide their Driver’s License number or other forms of voter ID specified on the absentee ballot form and request their ballot at least 11 days before the election. You can check out all of the election process updates here.

How have Georgians reacted to these recent election reforms?

MIT’s Election Data and Science Lab, in conjunction with the University of Georgia surveyed registered voters on various aspects of updated voting processes in Georgia. Following the 2022 midterm elections, nearly all (97%) Georgia voters rated their interactions with poll workers as “good” or “excellent”. Almost 9-in-10 (89.7%) voters feel confident in the elections process.

Are Georgia ballot drop boxes secure and routinely monitored?

All ballot drop boxes in Georgia are constantly monitored by video surveillance.

How does Georgia make sure that election results are correct?

Georgia runs audits after the elections to help ensure everything is operating as it should and that votes are counted accurately. This helps election officials make sure that the outcome of the election is also correct.

Has Georgia taken steps to avoid any instances of duplicate voter registration that may allow someone to vote more than once?

Georgia is an active participant in a multi-state database to combat voter fraud and check duplicate voter registrations.

How do I confirm my absentee ballot was received and accepted?

Once you’ve submitted your absentee ballot, you can confirm it was received and accepted by visiting the Georgia My Voter Page. You can also contact your county elections office to check on its status.

What were the audit results of the 2022 general election?

The 2022 state audit showed that the state election tried-and-tested systems work and that Georgia’s county election officials conducted a secure, accurate election. County election officials audited 328 batches of ballots. Of the 328 batches, 279 (85.1%) had no deviation from the original candidate vote totals. Out of the other 49, all but one had a discrepancy within an expected margin of error for a hand count.

Who investigates suspected election and voter fraud in Georgia?

The Georgia secretary of state’s office investigates allegations of election and voter fraud. To learn more, contact the Georgia Secretary of State’s office either online or by phone (404.656.2881).

How can I be sure state certification of election results are accurate?

As a matter of state law, certification is a mandatory, ministerial duty, meaning that officials have no discretion to refuse to certify accurate election results. RightCount is committed to protecting the certification process to help ensure that elections are concluded in a timely manner and the will of Georgia voters is recognized.

How do I become a poll worker?

Election officials and poll workers are people in your community. You can sign up to become a poll worker by contacting your county elections office.

Who do I call if I have a question about voting in Georgia?

If you have any questions about the election process or encounter any issues while voting, you can contact your county registrar or call the Georgia secretary of state’s office at 404.656.2871.

Georgia in the News

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ICYMI: Why some Georgia Republicans are fighting State Election Board rule changes
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PRESS RELEASE: RightCount Files Amicus Brief in Georgia to Challenge Illegally Promulgated State Election Board Regulations
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PRESS RELEASE: RightCount Praises Fulton County Judge's Ruling on Election Certification in Georgia
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PRESS RELEASE: RightCount Georgia Applauds Court Ruling Overturning State Election Board Actions
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PRESS RELEASE: RightCount Applauds Georgia Supreme Court Ruling on Unconstitutional Actions of State Election Board
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