Governor Lombardo Vetoes Ballot Drop Box Expansion to Protect Election Integrity

In a decisive move to uphold election integrity, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo vetoed Assembly Bill 306, a measure that sought to expand mail ballot drop boxes in the days leading up to Election Day. The bill, which passed along party lines with only one Republican in support, aimed to mandate additional drop box locations in Clark and Washoe counties during the period after early voting ends and before Election Day.

Governor Lombardo expressed concerns about the bill’s lack of adequate oversight and potential risks to election security. He emphasized that Nevada already offers ample opportunities for voters to cast their ballots and that further expansion without proper safeguards could undermine public confidence in the electoral process.

While proponents of AB 306 argued that the bill would enhance accessibility for voters, especially working families and seniors, critics contended that it could open the door to ballot harvesting and other forms of election interference. The governor’s veto underscores a commitment to ensuring that any changes to election procedures prioritize security and transparency.

As debates over voting access and election integrity continue nationwide, Governor Lombardo’s decision reflects a cautious approach to electoral reforms, favoring measures that reinforce trust in the democratic process over those that could potentially compromise it.

Source: Nevada Governor’s Office