Maine's Secretary of State Acknowledges Presence of Noncitizens on Voter Rolls

Updated: 9/22/2025

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What it is

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows recently acknowledged that there are 'some' noncitizens on the state's voter registration list, a statement that has raised concerns among election integrity advocates just ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Why it matters

Concerns about the integrity of Maine's voter rolls have been ongoing
In July, the Public Interest Legal Foundation reported finding over 18,000 deceased individuals and numerous duplicate registrations on the state's voter list
The organization has been advocating for greater transparency in voter registration processes
Department of Justice for voter data, which she deemed unconstitutional
Maine is one of 14 states that do not require documentation to vote, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures
House has passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility SAVE Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration

Key facts

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Timeline & recent coverage

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Primary sources

https://www.fec.gov