State Auditor Boliek Statement on 34,000 Deceased Individuals on Voter Rolls

RALEIGH, N.C. — State Auditor Dave Boliek released the following statement on the North Carolina State Board of Elections report identifying approximately 34,000 deceased individuals on North Carolina's voter rolls: 

"Voter roll maintenance is a core component of election integrity, and it starts with effective management. The State Board of Elections is leading on voter roll cleanup, getting work done quickly and efficiently. This marks another positive step toward ensuring our state has secure elections, where only eligible voters are casting ballots."

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) appoints members to the North Carolina State Board of Elections and Chairs of County Boards of Elections. Additionally, all budgeting functions of the State Board are performed under the direction and supervision of OSA.