Maryland Election Officials Resending Mail-In Ballots Due to Vendor Error

The Maryland State Board of Elections has announced that replacement mail-in ballots will be sent to all voters who received their ballots before May 14, 2026. This measure is being taken due to an error by the state’s mail-in ballot vendor, which resulted in some voters receiving ballots for the incorrect political party for the upcoming Gubernatorial Primary Election.

While the number of voters affected by the error is not specified, the State Board of Elections is opting to resend all mail-in ballots issued prior to the specified date to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the voting process. Voters who requested and received their mail-in ballots via web delivery, often referred to as “Print at Home” ballots, will not be impacted by this issue. All voters who received a potentially incorrect ballot will be individually notified by election officials.

The State Board of Elections is actively working with the vendor to rectify the situation and provide clear guidance to affected voters. The agency has stated its commitment to maintaining a verified, secure, and accurate election, with mail-in voting being a significant component of the electoral process, especially with over 500,000 voters having requested mail-in ballots. The decision to resend ballots aims to prevent any doubt regarding the integrity or accuracy of these votes.

Election officials are emphasizing their dedication to transparency throughout this process, with staff actively answering phones and responding to emails. Efforts are being made to ensure that every voter affected by the error is fully informed about the situation and understands how to cast their ballot correctly. The agency has reiterated that every vote is important and will be counted, reinforcing the commitment to open, transparent, and secure elections. Voters are encouraged to rely on official election sources for accurate information to prevent the spread of misinformation.

Voters with questions or concerns can contact the Maryland State Board of Elections directly by emailing info.sbe@maryland.gov or by calling 410-269-2840. Further information regarding Maryland’s Primary Election is available on the official voting website, vote.md.gov/vote2026, or by downloading the “Go Vote Maryland!” mobile application from the Google Play or Apple app stores.

Article by Mel Anara, based upon information from the Maryland State Board of Elections.

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