Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger is ensuring that election operations in Georgia’s 159 counties remain on schedule and have the necessary resources for a swift recovery. The physical infrastructure for conducting elections will be operational before early in-person voting begins.

Pre-election testing has begun for the 2024 election, with efforts to ensure the safety and functionality of equipment and early voting locations in affected counties. Severe weather conditions in southern, central, and eastern Georgia have caused road closures and power outages, impacting evaluation procedures. Collaboration between state and local agencies, utilities, and volunteers is ongoing to assist those affected by the storm.

Any counties needing to relocate early voting locations due to Hurricane Helene will inform voters through various channels. Raffensperger emphasizes the importance of a safe, secure, and convenient election for all Georgia voters, with three weeks of early voting and options for in-person voting for those whose absentee ballots were not accepted. The focus is on supporting recovery efforts while ensuring a smooth electoral process. Governor Kemp’s response efforts are commended, and plans are in place to address any challenges that arise as recovery continues.