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Illinois Early Voting Period Incurs Additional Taxpayer Costs for Counties

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 23
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What happened

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Early voting has begun in Illinois, which includes a 40-day early voting period. Officials confirm that this early voting process results in additional taxpayer costs for the state. In Rock Island County, the Clerk stated that the process requires additional employees and election judges. Early voting centers are operating in locations including the Silvis City Council chambers, the Milan Municipal Building, and the Moline Public Library.

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Why it matters

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The increased operational demands of the early voting period are placing a strain on local government budgets. County officials noted that elections are a taxpayer-funded function, which is being tested by the early voting requirements.

From wyomingnewsnow.tv

Who's involved

  • IllinoisState of Illinois where the election is taking place
  • Rock Island CountyCounty whose election offices are managing the early voting process

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Rock Island CountySpeculative

    The county might face increased operational costs due to the early voting requirements and mandatory staff presence.

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