Wisconsin election observers may have to keep their distance

The Wisconsin Elections Commission is considering rules that will govern the conduct of people who observe elections, including in November when the state could play a pivotal role in deciding the next U.S. president.

During the last legislative session, Republican lawmakers sought to expand access to poll proceedings for election observers, including letting them stand almost within reach of poll workers and voters. Democratic Gov. Tony Evers vetoed the bill in March.

The commission held a virtual public hearing April 24 to gather input on the proposed rules. The meeting lasted less than an hour and fewer than 10 people provided comment, most of whom raised concerns over what they see as overregulation of election observers.

Current rules stipulate observers must stand between 3 and 8 feet from voters and poll workers. The Election Commission’s draft rules would keep the same distance regulations.


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