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Date: 6/17/2025
Subject: LWV-CC June News
From: LWV-CC


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June News
President's Message
from Liz Holland
 
On Monday, June 9, 2025, the Collin County Commissioners Court voted to implement Hand-Marked Ballots (HMB) for the November 2025 election and all future elections. This decision was made in response to Executive Order 14248 issued by President Trump, as well as public feedback from individuals expressing concerns about the integrity of our current voting systems.
 
Under the new process, voters will receive a printed ballot which they will mark by hand. The completed ballots will then be scanned and tabulated using the same machines currently in use.
 
We are actively working with the League of Women Voters of Texas and other partners to explore any possible actions we can take to challenge this decision. While we do not believe the change presents a security threat, it will likely increase the time it takes to vote and will require voter re-education. As with any significant change to voting procedures, there is a risk of voter disenfranchisement—something we take very seriously.
 
Call to Action: Please join me at the next County Commissioners Court meeting on Monday, June 23, at 1:30 p.m. at the Jack Hatchell Administration Building, 2300 Bloomdale Rd, 4th Floor, McKinney, TX 75071.
 
We will hear from the Election Administrator about the implementation plan for this change. Your presence matters—let’s stand together in support of transparent, accessible, and secure elections.
 
You can read more about this change here.
 
Socializing & Civics
 
LWV-CC will host a free public forum on Saturday, June 28, 11 to 1 p.m., at Davis Library in Plano. All are welcome to attend.
 
Gordy Carmona, Equality Texas Community Engagement and Advocacy Strategist for North Texas, will be the guest speaker. They will discuss the results of Texas 89th Legislative Session and the impact of it on the LGBTQ community. 
 
Register now to save your spot, and bring a friend! Members, please log into your account before registering.
 
This event is not sponsored by the Plano Public Library System or the City of Plano.
 
Lunch with the League Updated
Lunch with the League -  McKinney and Plano
 
Enjoy great conversation and connection at one of our upcoming LWV-CC social lunches. These events are open to all and provide a chance to discuss important issues while upholding the League’s nonpartisan policy of not supporting or opposing any candidate or political party.
 
Friday, June 27, 11:30 – 1:00
Location: Hydeout Cafe, 1751 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney
 
Tuesday, July 8, 11:30 – 1:00
Location: BJ's Restaurant, 1101 N. Central Expy, Plano
 
Note for Members: Please log in to the website before registering.
 
We look forward to seeing you there!
 
Book Club Updated
Book Club
 
All are invited to the League of Women Voters of Collin County Book Club on Wednesday, July 9, from 7:00-8:00. We will meet on Zoom to discuss Night Flyer: Harriet Tubman and the Faith Dreams of a Free People by Tiya Miles.
 
We will share our nonpartisan thoughts on the book as well as various discussion questions. Click here to register and receive the Zoom link. If you are a member, log in on the website before registering.
Welcome New Members
 
Members are the lifeblood of the League of Women Voters, and we'd love to have you join us! Members can participate in as many or as few activities as they wish, and we have something for everyone. You can find out more information about the League here, and if you would like to join, you can do that here.
 
Welcome to our 15 new members so far in 2025. We are so happy that you are a part of the League!
 
Volunteer Opportunities
 
We have several positions available if you are interested in getting involved in Empowering Voters and Defending Democracy. Feel free to contact us by emailing lwvcollin@gmail.com to find out more about these positions:
  • 2nd VP--serves as President, if needed, and performs other duties as assigned
  • Speakers Bureau Chair--coordinates speaker presentations offered to groups throughout the community free of charge
  • Candidate Forum Chair--organizes LWV-CC candidate forums for contested races within the county, and assists other nonpartisan organizations that host forums
  • Observer Corps Chair--coordinates public meeting observers of City, County and ISD meetings across the county 
  • High School Voter Registration Chair--coordinates 1st time voter registration of high school seniors throughout the county
Other Leagues' Happenings
 
LWV Minnesota
 
Although this was created by LWV-Minnesota, most of it is broadly applicable, including here in Collin County. Many of us are wondering: Can the President DO that? What actions can the President take without Congress? Can executive orders override the U.S. Constitution? And most importantly, how do Minnesota’s state and local laws protect our civil rights, voting rights, and environment from federal overreach?
 
University of Minnesota Law School Professor Alan Rozenshtein will break down how our federalist system balances power and how we can use state and local authority to safeguard an inclusive democracy. View the presentation here.
 
Empowering voters. Defending democracy.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan 501C3 organization. We do not support or oppose any political party or candidate. We encourage informed and active participation in government, and we influence public policy through education and advocacy.
 
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