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| DES MOINES—Iowa Secretary of State issued the following statement regarding today’s Iowa Supreme Court ruling in League of United Latin American Citizens of Iowa v Pate: “I appreciate the court’s thoughtful consideration of this case – today’s ruling affirms our efforts to administer Iowa election laws securely, fairly, and in accordance with state and federal laws. We remain committed to maintaining a careful balance between protecting election integrity and supporting voter participation among all eligible Iowa voters. This ruling provides important clarity for our office and election officials across the state, ensuring that we can continue to administer elections with consistency, transparency, integrity, and respect for the rule of law. As always, we will continue to follow the federal standards established under Section 203 of the Voting Rights Act, providing translated versions of official government documents and forms in communities where the population thresholds have been met. This supports our commitment to providing all eligible Iowa voters with opportunities to safely, securely, and meaningfully participate in Iowa elections." A soundbite from Secretary Pate is available for your use here. |
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