LaRose highlights National Poll Worker Recruitment Day
Established by the United States Election Assistance Commission in 2020, Thursday, Aug. 1 marks the fourth annual National Poll Worker Recruitment Day. In partnership with Ohio’s 88 county boards of elections and stakeholders across Ohio, Secretary of State Frank LaRose is reminding voters of the important role of poll workers in delivering secure and accessible elections and urging them to consider signing up for November.
“Every election, more than 30,000 poll workers from across the state volunteer their time to work the polls and help their neighbors cast a ballot,” said LaRose. “Secure and accessible elections are only possible because of the patriotic efforts of these dedicated volunteers. I encourage every Ohioan to consider signing up to be a poll worker and help spread the word to their friends and neighbors about this critical role in supporting democracy.”
In the leadup to the 2024 presidential election, the Ohio Secretary of State’s office has undertaken several initiatives that provide the tools and resources needed to support county board of election poll worker recruitment efforts. In addition to a general poll worker recruitment toolkit, tailored resources for businesses, young Ohioans, military veterans and more can be found at VoteOhio.gov/DefendDemocracy.
Ohioans looking to serve as a poll worker may sign up at https://pollworkertracker.ohiosos.gov/signup.
A list of frequently asked questions and answers about signing up to be a poll worker can be found at https://www.ohiosos.gov/globalassets/elections/toolkit/pollworker/mini/….
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