Summary:

"The State of Election Law and Voting Rights in 2024" briefing document highlights the key themes, legal battles, and future directions in election law and voting rights. Balancing election integrity and access to the ballot, the impact of Supreme Court decisions, state-level variation, and the evolving role of technology are key themes. Voter ID laws, ballot access, redistricting, and campaign finance regulations are discussed with legal challenges and key principles. Voting technology and election security, mail voting, and the Voting Rights Act are explored. The document concludes with discussions on federal election standards, alternative voting systems, felon disenfranchisement, and the rise of artificial intelligence in election administration. The briefing emphasizes the ongoing tension between ensuring secure elections and protecting every citizen's right to vote.