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The House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Election Procedures in Georgia will hold its fourth meeting to evaluate election laws and administration ahead of the November elections. Chaired by State Representative Tim Fleming, the committee will focus on enhancing the security and effectiveness of the electoral process. Community engagement is also encouraged as stakeholders prepare for these significant upcoming elections.
Savannah, Georgia – The House Blue-Ribbon Study Committee on Election Procedures is set to convene its fourth meeting on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 10 AM. This meeting will occur at Savannah Technical College’s Eckburg Auditorium, located at 5717 White Bluff Road. The committee, chaired by State Representative Tim Fleming (R-Covington), aims to scrutinize Georgia’s election laws, policies, and procedures in anticipation of the important elections taking place on November 4, 2025.
The primary goal of the committee’s meeting is to evaluate the roles of statewide and local officials who oversee election administration throughout Georgia. Following the meeting, a report detailing the committee’s findings and legislative recommendations will be made public, serving to enhance the security and effectiveness of the electoral system in the lead-up to the elections.
In parallel with the committee’s work, approximately 600 participants recently gathered for the annual Georgia Association of Voter Registration and Election Officials convention. This event, held from August 10 to 13, 2025, at the Savannah Convention Center, provided crucial platforms for election officials to discuss strategies for voter assistance and share insights on improving election processes. The convention also included online participation for those unable to attend in person.
Key discussions during the convention focused on training services for local election officials, essential for ensuring smooth and fair elections statewide. With the record voter turnout noted in 2024, which was reported as the highest in Georgia’s history, there are expectations for continued high participation in the upcoming elections.
State Election Board Chairman John Fervier emphasized the importance of upcoming discussions addressing the removal of QR codes from ballots without having a financial solution in place. He underscored the necessity for financial support to enhance voting technology and update voting machines, thereby ensuring that elections can be conducted efficiently and securely.
The upcoming elections are particularly significant for local races in Bryan and Effingham County. Notably, candidates for mayor in Springfield and Rincon have entered the race unopposed, while contested seats are available for council positions. Kristi Cox and Belgicia Howell-Cowart have qualified to campaign for the Mayor of Richmond Hill. Notably, no elections will be held in Pembroke this year, as the current mayor’s and council’s terms have not yet expired.
As the committee readies itself for its meeting, stakeholders in the electoral process are encouraged to stay informed and engaged. Those interested in accessing the meeting can find further details and a live stream available through the designated online link.
This combination of proactive measures and community engagement underscores an effort to maintain and improve the integrity of Georgia’s electoral system ahead of the significant elections in November.
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- Wikipedia: Elections in the United States
- Google Search: Georgia elections
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Electoral System
- Google News: Georgia voter registration
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