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'Election Integrity' law signed by Mills to protect elections

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Gov. Janet Mills signing the new "Election Integrity" law Friday afternoon ( CTSY: Maine Democratic Office){p}{/p}
Gov. Janet Mills signing the new "Election Integrity" law Friday afternoon ( CTSY: Maine Democratic Office)

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AUGUSTA(WGME)-- There’s a new law in Maine, designed to better protect our elections.

"Election Integrity" has been a hot button issue for both parties, as they seek to make elections fair, transparent and accessible.

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The new law signed Friday by Governor Janet Mills will clarify the chain of custody of ballots and voting machines in Maine, while also preventing any unauthorized people from gaining access.

Supporters say while there's been no evidence of any widespread fraud in Maine or elsewhere, confidence in our elections is essential for our democracy.

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