Florida Election Officials Request Voting Rule Adjustments Post-Hurricanes

Election supervisors in Florida seek changes to voting procedures following the devastation caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Florida election supervisors have petitioned for deadline extensions and polling location adjustments in hurricane-affected counties.
Governor Ron DeSantis holds the authority to enact these changes through an executive order, as he has done following previous storms.
The hurricanes caused significant damage to polling sites, leading to requests for more flexible mail-in ballot procedures and early voting extensions.
Counties like Pasco have seen voters adapt by slipping mail ballots under election office doors due to restricted dropbox access.
Efforts are underway to ensure voting can proceed smoothly, with officials working to repair damaged sites and accommodate displaced voters.