The Colorado legislature will consider switching to an all-mail general election in the upcoming legislature--70% of Colorodans vote by mail now. Some of the attorneys involved in voting rights issues here have expressed concerns about the impact of this on the indigant, handicapped, and homeless. Some of the Native American reservations in the state also apparently either do not have reliable, regular mail delivery. Has anyone seen any research or analysis on the impact of all-mail voting on these communities (either in Oregon or elsewhere)?
Also, is anyone aware of any research or publications concerning additional ballot security concerns of going to an all-mail voting (as opposed to allowing voting by mail in general). And what about the equal protection issue if a handful of counties are exempted from the all-mail requirement?
Thanks,
Jason
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Jason C. Miller
Attorney & Counselor at Law
(517) 204-3213