Arizona - Maricopa County Elections Department
Program Title
Ballot Tabulation Center Security Upgrades
Program Summary
Federal and state laws require that the ballots be protected, and the Department of Homeland Security has designated tabulation equipment as critical infrastructure supporting our national interests. With Help America Vote Act grant funds, the Maricopa County Elections Department modernized its Ballot Tabulation Center by adding layers of security. The department built a secure ballot vault along with a dedicated server room, adding increased transparency into the elections process and providing additional security and protection of voted ballots. During an election cycle, which can last for several months from mailing ballots to canvassing the election, these enhanced security and transparency features allow the Elections Department to meet the rigorous state and federal requirements and demonstrate to the public how the County keeps this critical information and equipment secure.