A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Washington County Election Department on October 30, 2024. The request pertains to the pre-election testing reports of voting machines used in the county's elections.
The request was made by Southwest PA News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. We are seeking records under the Pennsylvania Right to Know Law, specifically requesting electronic copies of pre-election test reports for voting machines.
The requested information includes details such as the date of testing, machine manufacturer, machine model number, and whether each machine passed or failed its test. This information is crucial in ensuring transparency and accountability regarding the functionality and reliability of voting machines used in local elections.
As a media organization, we at Southwest PA News are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records like these is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We believe that we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional given our role in disseminating information. We await a response from the Washington County Election Department regarding this request.
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