Pennsylvania

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RightCount is an educational organization committed to elevating the voices of everyday Pennsylvanians to affirm the security and integrity of elections across the Commonwealth, 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 Co-Chairs

“It’s no secret that we have close elections in Pennsylvania and that control of the White House and also Congress could be decided right here in the Keystone State.  We cannot afford to have widespread doubts or concerns about election integrity.  We are confident that our elections are secure and place trust in the dedicated civil servants and volunteers who make them run efficiently.  RightCount is committed to restoring any eroded trust in the electoral process by addressing legitimate concerns, monitoring recently implemented reforms, and dispelling misinformation.”

Mark Schweiker — Former Governor

RightCount, State Co-Chair

Lou Barletta — Former Congressman

RightCount, State Co-Chair

State Info

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 voters inside the Commonwealth 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.

Key Election Reforms in Pennsylvania

01
Paper Ballots Required to be Stored in Locked Facilities.
02
State Officials Required To Check for Duplicate Voter Registrations.
03
No Voting Equipment is Connected to the Internet.
04
Ballot Drop Boxes are Monitored By Video Surveillance.

FAQs

Can non-citizens vote in Pennsylvania?

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

Does Pennsylvania have a strict Voter ID requirement?

Yes, for all first-time voters.

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

The Bureau of Commissions, Elections and Legislation oversees the Commonwealth’s electoral process as well as Campaign Finance, Voter Registration, Office of Notary Public, Commissions and Legislation. The Secretary is Pennsylvania’s Chief Election Official.

Are Pennsylvania’s voting machines secure?

The voting machines that Pennsylvanians use to complete their ballots are not connected to the internet. This limits cybersecurity risks and protects machines from computer hackers.

Are Pennsylvania ballot drop boxes secure and routinely monitored?

Ballot drop boxes in Pennsylvania are constantly monitored by video surveillance.

How does Pennsylvania make sure that election results are correct?

Audits are prescribed by state law following elections to help ensure everything is operating as it should and that votes are counted accurately. Pennsylvania counties conduct two types of post-election analyses: a 2% statistical sample required by statute, and a statewide risk-limiting audit (RLA). Each county’s certified voting system provides a voter-verifiable paper record of each vote cast, meets the latest standards of security and accessibility, and can be thoroughly audited

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

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

How do I track my absentee or mail-in ballot?

You can check the status of your ballot online at vote.pa.gov/mailballotstatus or contact your county election office by visiting vote.pa.gov/county.

Does Pennsylvania send mail ballot applications to voters who have not requested them?

No. If you would like to receive a mail ballot, the Department of State recommends using the official absentee or mail-in ballot application available on vote.pa.gov.

What were the audit results of the 2023 municipal elections?

During the 2023 risk limited audit, election officials from 33 counties across the Commonwealth tallied more than 100 batches of ballots that were randomly selected. The officials then compared those vote totals to the original machine counts for that race. Auditors identified 24 discrepancies among the 201,715 total votes they reviewed, which is a margin of 0.01% — or about one-100th of 1% of all ballots audited.

Who investigates suspected election and voter fraud in Pennsylvania?

The Pennsylvania Department of State oversees elections in Pennsylvania. It’s our job to keep elections fair and honest. If you are aware of election fraud or irregularities, you can report it to your county board of elections.

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 Pennsylvania 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 visiting vote.pa.gov or your county elections office.

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

Elections are administered by the 67 County boards of elections in Pennsylvania. For information about how to contact your county’s election and voter registration officials, visit vote.pa.gov.

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