A new report from National Vote At Home Institute found that in the 2024 primary elections, Universal Vote at Home states (states where every active registered voter is automatically delivered a ballot) had nearly double the turnout rate of non-Vote at Home states. More here: voteathome.org/new-report-on-…

The U.S. House just passed the SAVE Act, legislation that erects barriers to registration for millions of eligible American voters across the political spectrum and criminalizes election administrators for minor errors. More on its potential impacts here: responsivegov.org/research/the-s…

When our political leaders target those who work to support America’s election officials, they cultivate a culture of fear and intimidation. Chris Krebs is not alone, and elections in this country will continue to be fair and free. washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/04…

This isn't just a tech glitch—it’s a live window into the chaos that ensues when policymakers don’t plan for implementation. Any policy is bound to face hiccups if policymakers fail to plan for what happens when policy moves off the page & into practice. newrepublic.com/post/193930/po…

New on the blog: “Waste, fraud, & abuse” have been cited as reasons to cut Medicaid funding. Here’s how smart, upfront investment – and learning from innovations in the election sector – could help curb waste & boost the efficiency of this vital program. responsivegov.org/cross-sector-i…

Happening now: Senator Jack Reed & Senator Amy Klobuchar discuss the importance of properly funding our elections on the Senate floor. Secure, efficient, accessible elections require resources. Election officials need Congress to appropriate $400 million in election security grants ASAP.

New report: States can’t afford deep Medicaid cuts. We explore how proposed funding cuts would create insurmountable state budget deficits that would decimate the program’s ability to function—even for Medicaid recipients lucky enough to retain coverage. responsivegov.org/research/unbal…

Looking for policies that could disrupt partisan gridlock, encourage collaboration, and boost turnout? Responsive Gov fellow and former Alaska State Rep. Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins explains how proportional representation offers a path forward. Read it here: responsivegov.org/research/propo…

From our latest white paper by former Alaska State Rep. Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins: "Goodness knows that this country desperately needs systems-level change given recent political history. I believe proportional representation can be part of the solution." responsivegov.org/research/propo…

As Congress convenes to discuss potential cuts to Medicaid on Tuesday, our report explores how Medicaid cuts would create insurmountable deficits in state budgets that decimate the program’s ability to work well, even for those who retain coverage: responsivegov.org/research/unbal…

Rather than promoting efficiency or accountability, proposed cuts to federal Medicaid funding would undermine state flexibility, strain local economies, and ultimately cost taxpayers more in the long run. Read our latest report: responsivegov.org/research/unbal…

165+ election officials have written a letter calling on Congress to step up for our democracy—& election administrators nationwide—by granting $400 million in elections funding. Let's get them the resources they need to keep elections strong & secure. modernizeourelections.org/over-150-local…

Election administrators at the state and local levels work tirelessly to run safe, accessible, impartial elections. Congress should equip local election officials with the tools they need to continue to strengthen our democracy by appropriating $400m for election infrastructure.

From security threats to outdated infrastructure/equipment, election administrators face many challenges that require major resources to address. Federal funds are critical to ensuring secure, accessible elections. It’s past time for Congress to commit $400m in elections funding.

What could election offices do with adequate federal funding? • Patch critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities • Replace outdated voting machines • Upgrade voter registration databases • Hire qualified staff And more. Congress should allocate $400m in elections funding.

“Why not transform the Presidential Election Campaign Fund, which has sunk into obscurity, into the Election Security Fund?” Adequate, reliable funding makes for stronger elections. This is an innovative funding solution from former Sen. Senator Roy Blunt in The Wall Street Journal:

“Every eligible American should have the opportunity to cast their ballot in an accessible and secure way, and that’s exactly what this legislation ensures.” - Responsive Gov Action ED Sam Oliker-Friedland Thank you Sen. Ron Wyden for reintroducing the Vote at Home Act.