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Physical Security
A Secretary of State’s Swatting Experience and Advice
U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
An interview with Missouri Secretary of State Ashcroft about the swatting incident against him, with advice for mitigating swatting risk through preparation. View Resource
Operations, Physical Security
Collaboration Between Election Officials and Law Enforcement
U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
This video features a panel discussion on strengthening partnerships between election administrators and law enforcement agencies. It provides practical insights and diverse perspectives from state ... Read more
Operations
Chain of Custody Best Practices
U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
This document provides detailed best practices, checklists, policy guidance, and example forms to help election officials develop and maintain chain of custody procedures for ballots, ... Read more
Cybersecurity
Checklist for Securing Election Night Results Reporting
U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
This checklist provides election officials with practical guidance for securing Election Night Results Reporting (ENR) systems. It outlines key cybersecurity safeguards, verification practices, and contingency ... Read more
Cybersecurity, Operations, Physical Security
Essential Guide to Election Security
Center for Internet Security
This guide utilizes a maturity-based model to prioritize best practices, making it accessible to jurisdictions with varying levels of resources and technical expertise. It covers ... Read more
Cybersecurity, Operations, Physical Security
How States Can Prevent Election Subversion
Brennan Center for Justice
A guide with suggestions for state legislative updates and actions to eliminate sources of uncertainty that escalate into public disruption or create a pretext for ... Read more
Operations, Physical Security
Election Mail Handling Procedures to Protect Against Hazardous Materials
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
USPIS
This guide provides election officials and staff with actionable protocols to identify and respond to hazardous materials sent through the mail, such as fentanyl, anthrax, ... Read more
Operations, Physical Security
United States Postal Inspection Service Reporting Form
USPIS
A form for reporting any concerning incident related to an item of mail, triggering a potential investigation by USPS Postal Inspectors. The form is intended ... Read more
Physical Security
Partnership for Large Election Jurisdictions
This nonpartisan issue guide equips election officials and poll workers with practical de-escalation techniques for handling tense or emotionally charged interactions at polling places. It ... Read more
Operations, Physical Security
Partnership for Large Election Jurisdictions
This issue guide outlines best practices election officials can use to protect ballot drop boxes from emergencies and to respond effectively if incidents occur. It ... Read more