During a recent government meeting in Collin County, citizen Chuck Reynolds raised significant concerns regarding the security of electronic voting systems. Reynolds urged the court to develop a plan for implementing hand-marked paper ballots for the upcoming November elections, citing alarming findings from a 2019 Michigan study on ballot marking devices (BMDs).

Reynolds highlighted that the study revealed a staggering 80% of voters failed to catch errors on their ballots when using electronic systems. He emphasized the need for transparency and security in the voting process, arguing that reliance on electronic equipment poses a serious risk to the integrity of elections in Collin County.

The call for action comes in light of a hearing in Georgia, where experts expressed doubts about the security of electronic voting systems. Reynolds's request aims to eliminate BMDs and ensure that voters can confidently verify their choices through hand-marked paper ballots.

The discussion reflects a growing concern among citizens about the reliability of electronic voting methods and the importance of safeguarding the electoral process. As the county prepares for the 2025 elections, the implications of Reynolds's request could lead to a significant shift in how votes are cast and counted in Collin County.