Montana’s Election Administrators
Montana County Elected Officials
Montana’s Secretary of State
Montana’s Commissioner of Political Practices
Montana Legislators from both sides of the aisle.
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Why Does This Page Exist?
Glad you asked! In early 2022, the Montana Association of Counties (MACo) and the Montana Association of Clerks & Recorders/Election Administrators assembled Montana’s election experts into a workgroup. For months, they collectively dug deep into Montana’s elections and determined that our elections are not only well-administered, but SO-much-so that the voters absolutely need to be better informed of the processes and be proud. This webpage was therefore created for the Montana’s election experts to access the different resources created by the workgroup as well as those utilized/acquired during the group’s work sessions.
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What are These "Resources?"
These resources include information to help the voters be better informed, as well as images and flyers/posters to guide them to the information.
Informational Document
(for better educating voters)
The informational document is the core product of the election workgroup. This document addresses many common–as well as uncommon–election topics/issues circulating today. It’s in “question and answer” format, so voters can essentially get answers to their questions easily.
This is a living document, so it will continue to grow and be adjusted as new questions arise and as new laws/rules are enacted.
Access the document here or on the “Voting in Montana” website.
Website
(for better educating voters)
The “Voting in Montana” website is a creation for the Election Administrators, which is used exclusively for keeping the voters up-to-date and informed on all things elections (in Montana . . . we don’t track 49 other states’ happenings).
It also contains the information from the educational document. The education information is in the “Myth vs. Fact” section, which can be accessed from the homepage.
Access the website at www.VotingInMontana.org.
Digital Imagery
(for social media & websites)
There are a numerous images available for download (in the “downloadables” section below) that can be added to websites (county or otherwise) and social media like Facebook. Be sure to have them linked directly to the “Voting in Montana” website (or any page within the “Myth vs. Fact” section). A great way to get folks to the website from social media is to post an image with the a question from “Myth vs. Fact” section and then add the link to that section. For example . . .
Can voters register under fake names, register multiple times, on behalf of other people? No! Find out more on our website created specifically for keeping Montana voters informed. Vote with confidence in Montana! (copy and paste link here)
Posters / Flyers
(for posting & handing out)
There are a number of flyers/posters available for download (in the “downloadables” section below) that have the website’s URL as well as a QR code that links directly to the website when scanned by a mobile phone.
These documents can be used as posters and posted in public locations. They can also be used as flyers/handouts.
Pro Tip: Print on higher quality paper for an even more professional look!
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Download...ables!
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What’s Next?
Click the sections below to view the various images and documents available for download. The section you click will expand showing all of the available options. Utilize the arrows to move from one to the next and download the ones you like! Be sure to use them on websites and social media as well as handouts and/or posters (“paint the town and internet red, white, blue, and elections!”).
Digital Downloads - Good for Websites & Social Media
The images that can be downloaded here work great for posting on websites and on social media. Be sure to link to the www.votinginmontana.org or to a specific page on the website within the “Myth vs. Fact” section.
To download images . . .
- Click on the image
- Right click on the image that pops up
- Select “Save image as…”
- Choose a place on your computer to save the image
Disclaimer: The images in the slider are of lower quality, so they won’t look as “crisp” as the ones that pop up (which are the ones you will be downloading for use.)
Print Downloads - Good for Using as Posters & Flyers
The print downloads are high quality 8.5″ x 11″ PDFs, which are great for posting around the courthouse and wherever else you can get them! They also make great flyers/handouts.
Pro Tip: Print on higher quality paper for a more professional look.
To download images . . .
- Click on the image of the PDF (this may automatically download based on the browser you are utilizing)
- Click the “download” or “save” icon in the upper right corner
- Choose a place on your computer to save the image
Disclaimer: The images in the slider are of lower quality, so they won’t look as “crisp” as the ones that pop up (which are the ones you will be downloading for use.)
"Voting in Montana" Website
A website created specifically for keeping the public informed on all things elections, to ensure Montanans vote with confidence.
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Additional Resources
Below are resources we have compiled over the course of our efforts.
Montana Resources
Montana Election Information Websites
- Voting in Montana
(Montana Election Administrators’ website to keep the public informed.) - Secretary of State
(Elections & Voter Services) - Commissioner of Political Practices
- My Voter Page
- Montana Constitution
- Election Laws
(Montana Code Annotated – MCA) - Election Rules
(Montana Administrative Rules – ARMs)
Election Systems
Montana’s Election Systems
- SOS Voting Systems Documentation
- Uniform Ballot and Voting Systems Procedures Guide
- Montana & Modems
- ES&S Security Videos
- ES&S Presentation
- Hardening of Election System Management
- Modems Allowed in Certain States
(Not Allowed Montana) - Private Networks for Unofficial Result Transmission
- More Information on Montana’s Election Systems
Federal & Other Resources
Federal Legislation/Acts
NRVA (National Voter Registration Act – 1993)
HAVA (Help America Vote Act – 2002)
UOCAVA & MOVE
(Uniformed & Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act – 1986; and Military & Overseas Voter Empowerment Act – 2009 – Amended UOCAVA)
- US DOJ Summary (UOCAVA & MOVE)
- US DOJ Fact Sheet (MOVE)
- Congressional Research Service Overview (UOCAVA & MOVE)
ES&S Voting Systems Documentation
Montana uses ES&S EVS 6.0.4.0, and 6.2.0.0 systems. Both are certified by the EAC (Election Assistance Commission) and by the State of Montana.
Other Pertinent Resources
- Glossary of Election Terminology
- Election Worker Safety & Privacy
- Guides from EAC Regarding Election Administration
- Securing Utah’s Elections
(Example Informational Document)
Learn About Montana’s Elections on this Informational Websites from the Authorities on Elections
Election Administrators | www.votinginmontana.org
(Information Specific to Educating the Public)
Secretary of State | sosmt.gov/elections
(Information for Candidates, Election Administrators, and the Public)
Commissioner of Political Practices | politicalpractices.mt.gov
(Information for Candidates, Election Administrators, and the Public)