Supreme Court Allows Use of Voter Eligibility Database

Why it matters locally: The Supreme Court's decision to lift limitations on the federal voter eligibility database could impact how the Arizona Secretary of State's office manages voter rolls, particularly in identifying non-citizens registered to vote.

WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court on Friday lifted limitations on a federal voter eligibility database, allowing its use before the November elections. The decision impacts the Trump administration's efforts regarding voter rolls. The administration has focused on identifying non-citizens registered to vote. Previous restrictions had prevented the full implementation of the database for voter list maintenance. The Supreme Court's ruling clears the way for the administration to proceed with its updated system.