Summary
Advocates presented a proposal to introduce secure smartphone voting to boost voter turnout in municipal elections, pending state legislative authorization.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Initial software setup costs are estimated at $10,000 or less, potentially covered by grants.
Voters facing logistical barriers, remote workers, students, and individuals with disabilities.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (4)
Government Operations Committee - Oct 5, 2026
Advocates presented a proposal to introduce secure smartphone voting to boost voter turnout in municipal elections, pending state legislative authorization.
Frederick becomes largest Maryland city to let non-citizens vote in local elections
Frederick becomes largest Maryland city to let non-citizens vote in local elections WBFF
Frederick becomes the largest municipality in Maryland to approve non-citizen voting
Frederick becomes the largest municipality in Maryland to approve non-citizen voting WUSA9
Frederick leaders approve letting noncitizens vote in local elections
Frederick leaders approve letting noncitizens vote in local elections NBC4 Washington
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