Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a case about deadlines for receiving mail-in ballots in 14 states for the November midterm elections. The decision could change how long these states have to count ballots received after Election Day.
Key Facts
- Election Day is November 3, but 14 states allow some extra time for mail-in ballots to arrive and still be counted.
- The Supreme Court is hearing arguments about whether these grace periods should continue.
- The arguments start on Monday, March 23, at 10 a.m. EDT.
- If the court rules against the grace periods, states must adjust their voting processes before the midterm elections.
- The case could affect not just these 14 states but also others that allow extra time for certain ballots, like military and overseas votes.
- According to two sources, 29 states currently have some form of extended time for mail voters.
