Vote Smarter 2020: When Do States Start Counting Mail-In Ballots?

The video discusses how different states handle absentee ballot processing, especially in light of the 2020 pandemic. Some states start processing ballots weeks before Election Day, while others, like Maryland and California, have adjusted their rules to accommodate early processing. States that have adopted vote by mail have implemented procedures for quicker counting to avoid delays. However, some states, including key battlegrounds like Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, only process ballots on Election Day, potentially leading to long counts.

Which state was allowed to start processing mail-in ballots earlier than usual due to the pandemic?

• Florida

• New York

• Maryland

• Texas

What change did California implement for the 2020 election regarding mail-in ballots?

• Ballots were not used

• Ballots could be submitted online

• Ballots were mailed to all registered voters

• Ballots were only available upon request

What is a key reason for states adopting quicker review procedures for absentee ballots?

• To reduce the number of ballots

• To avoid excessive delay in counting

• To increase voter turnout

• To comply with federal regulations

Which two states are mentioned as key battlegrounds that cannot process mail-in ballots until Election Day?

• Ohio and Michigan

• Florida and Georgia

• Nevada and Arizona

• Pennsylvania and Wisconsin

What potential issue is highlighted for states not used to handling a large number of mail-in ballots?

• Technical malfunctions

• Long election count times

• Increased voter fraud

• Higher costs