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VotingWorks Becomes First Open-Source Voting System to Earn Federal Certification
Original: VotingWorks Makes History as First Open-Source Voting System to Earn Federal Certification
VotingWorks has received federal certification for its voting system, making it the first open-source election system to achieve this status in the United States. The certification means the software, whose code is publicly available, has met federal standards for use in elections. Supporters say it could boost transparency and public trust in election technology, while the milestone opens the door for wider adoption of open-source systems by election officials.
Why now: It is a notable first in election technology, with implications for transparency and trust in US voting infrastructure.
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- VotingWorks Makes History as First Open-Source Voting System to Earn Federal Certification · PR Newswire
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