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IHS Fellow Andy Craig for MSNBC: The Electoral Count Reform Act: Securing America’s Presidential Elections

By Oct 21, 2024October 22nd, 2024No Comments

Andy Craig
IHS Fellow

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Normally, the period after a US presidential election is a time for cooling off, winding down tensions, and enjoying a political “honeymoon” for the winner. However, the last few elections have shown we are no longer living in an era of electoral normalcy.

To address these concerns, the Electoral Count Reform Act (ECRA) was signed into law in 2022. It updates the outdated Electoral Count Act of 1887, which proved unhelpful during the 2020 election. The ECRA aims to shore up the rules and procedures that govern disputes about electors and the counting of electoral votes, ensuring a clearer path to resolving potential conflicts.

In particular, ECRA defines how election emergencies are handled, reinforces the proper roles of state officials, and reduces the risk of frivolous objections in Congress. These new guardrails will face their first major test during the 2024 election. Will they hold up?


Read the full article at MSNBC online to learn how the ECRA aims to secure future elections and ensure the rule of law prevails in determining the next president.

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