Pre-RFPElectionsDetected Jul 8, 2026

The State Board of Elections discussed that many voters lack awareness of new SB 175 proof‑of‑citizenship requirements, and member Lindley Howard urged that these requirements be clearly stated on the voter registration form. There is no defined project yet, but the Secretary of State suggested pursuing legislative changes in the 2027 session, and the comments highlight a need to update forms and related voter information materials. This creates a potential need for design, communications, and print or digital form updates, plus related outreach or training support.

Any form redesign or voter information update would likely be managed through the Secretary of State Elections Division, with changes shaped by SB 175 and any 2027 legislative amendments.

South Dakota Secretary of StateVoter registration form clarity

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The Board of Registrars planned to test ballots and tabulators for the November 3, 2026 State Election. The notice also flagged voting-related issues, vote by mail, and ballot handling topics. This is not a procurement award, but it is a current election-operations signal tied to election-day readiness and equipment performance.

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