Letter to the Editor: Strengthening election security

In my role as Jasper County Supervisor, I work every day to ensure that our county government runs efficiently and meets the needs of our residents. Our leaders in Washington must do the same. That’s why I am calling on Congress to include robust election security funding in this year’s appropriations bill.

Securing American elections should be a goal that all elected leaders work toward. During President Trump’s first term, Congress allocated roughly $400 million for election infrastructure in fiscal years 2018 and 2020. As Congress starts this year’s appropriations process, I hope they will follow the lead from the first Trump administration and include $400 million once again.

Counties like ours work hard to deliver the same level of election security and access as larger, better-funded areas, but we can’t do it alone. To meet those expectations, Congress must provide consistent and meaningful federal funding that supports election offices in communities of every size.

For our elections to remain secure, we need federal lawmakers like Representative Hinson to advocate for increased funding for election infrastructure. With her continued leadership, we can return to the $400 million investment made during President Trump’s first term and give Iowans the reliable, trustworthy elections they expect and deserve. I urge Congress to act and stand with the American people to deliver the resources needed to strengthen our elections for years to come.

Sincerely,

Thad Nearmyer

Monroe