The Subcommittee on Elections held a hearing titled "Maintaining Election Operations in the Face of Natural Disasters" to discuss the challenges and best practices for administering elections during natural disasters. Witnesses from North Carolina and Florida shared their experiences managing elections amid hurricanes and severe weather, emphasizing the importance of preparation, bipartisan cooperation, and flexible emergency measures such as executive orders to maintain voter access and election integrity. The discussion highlighted the critical role of federal, state, and local coordination, the need for adequate funding and resources, and the impact of recent federal budget cuts on disaster response and election infrastructure. The hearing underscored that while natural disasters pose significant logistical challenges, with proper planning and support, elections can proceed securely and with high voter turnout even under adverse conditions.

Subcommittee on Elections Hearing:“Maintaining Election Operations in the Face of Natural Disasters”