Officials test Indiana voting machines before general election

Officials are testing voting machines ahead of Indiana’s general election. The work is part of the preparations for voting and is taking place before Election Day.

Checking election equipment

Voting machines are used to record voters’ selections during an election. Testing them before the general election gives officials an opportunity to check the equipment before it is used by voters.

The testing is the development reported in connection with Indiana’s upcoming general election. The officials involved, the location of the testing and the equipment being checked have not been identified.

What the testing means for voters

The testing happens before voters cast ballots. It does not change the candidates or questions that may appear on a ballot, and it is separate from the act of voting on Election Day.

Voters should rely on election officials for local information about voting locations, hours and any instructions connected with the general election.