Resources
We provide tools and guidance for state and local election officials, law enforcement leaders, pro-democracy partners, the press, and the public. Our resources focus on election protection, accountability, truth in elections, and preventing political violence.
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Best Practices, Blogs
Updated June 10, 2025
Sharing the Facts
Explore our series to make sense of news about elections, the rule of law, and democracy.
Best Practices
Updated February 24, 2025
Social Media Policies: Mis/Disinformation, Threats, and Harassment
With the help of the Institute for Strategic Dialogue, we have compiled the policies related to election and voting disinformation of some of the most used platforms, including Meta (Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp), YouTube, TikTok, Snapchat, Telegram, X, Bluesky, Reddit, Gab, and Truth Social.
Best Practices, Law Enforcement Guidance
Updated November 1, 2024
Empowering Democracy: What Police Need to Know About Protecting the Count
Best Practices, Fact Sheets, Public Safety Fact Sheets, Toolkits
Updated November 1, 2024
Public Safety Resources for Election Season
States United has developed a collection of resources to help elected officials, election officials, and law enforcement leaders prepare for a safe and secure election season. These resources may also be of interest to civil society groups, media, and the broader public.
Best Practices, Toolkits
Updated November 1, 2024
Election Season Communication Guidance for State & Local Officials
Best Practices, Blogs
October 16, 2024
Sharing the Facts About Mass Challenges to Voter Rolls and Election Administration
Best Practices
September 6, 2024
Building and Maintaining Relationships with Law Enforcement: A Roadmap for Election Officials
Best Practices, Law Enforcement Guidance
July 3, 2024
Managing Vehicular Protests During Election Season
Best Practices
June 7, 2024
Artificial Intelligence and the 2024 Election: Suggestions for Election Officials
Best Practices
March 3, 2023