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Ohio Invests $1M to Boost Poll Workers | Parkersburg News
Ohio’s Secretary of State just launched a $1 million push to recruit 40,000 extra poll workers ahead of November’s election, ensuring every voter gets smooth, legal service at the polls. Counties receive targeted funding—with a minimum $1,000 per county—to train and deploy staff, including seasoned workers, on updated protocols covering ID checks, provisional ballots, conflict resolution, and election security. With turnout expected to surge—especially in the governor’s race—the state’s goal is a 30% reserve workforce to handle last-minute hiccups. This investment isn’t just about…
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