Maryland Sends Replacement Mail-In Ballots After Vendor Error

Maryland election officials are sending replacement mail-in ballots to hundreds of thousands of voters after a vendor error caused some to receive ballots for the wrong political party ahead of the state’s June 23 primary. The Maryland State Board of Elections confirmed the mistake but stated it does not know the exact number of incorrect ballots distributed.

Officials said the error was caused by the ballot printing vendor, Taylor Print Visual Impressions (TPVI), Inc., which has acknowledged the mistake and apologized. The issue affected ballots that were requested and mailed before May 14. While the board emphasized it is possible only a small number of voters received the wrong ballot, it is sending a replacement to all voters who requested a mail-in ballot to eliminate any doubt about the process’s integrity. Voters who requested ballots for web delivery and printing at home were not affected.

In a statement, Maryland State Administrator of Elections Jared DeMarinis said his office is working to ensure voters are informed. Postcards are being mailed to notify voters not to use the original ballot and that a replacement is coming. The new ballots and their return envelopes...