Ethiopia proposes election law changes ahead national vote

Ethiopia's National Election Board is proposing significant changes to the election laws ahead of the upcoming elections, which include modifications to party registration and the election procedures, as well as the introduction of direct public elections for the House of Federation. Meanwhile, Arizona lawmakers are introducing election reforms aimed at speeding up result announcements, inspired by Florida's electoral processes. Proposed changes include a new deadline for dropping off early ballots and a shift away from signature verification towards a unique voter ID system. The initiatives have sparked debate, with Republican lawmakers advocating for quicker results while voting rights advocates argue these measures may hinder voter access. Additionally, some Arizona legislators, like Mark Finchem, are pushing for stricter standards for voting machines, reflecting ongoing concerns about election integrity. The contrasting approaches in Ethiopia and Arizona highlight the global focus on election law reforms as countries prepare for pivotal electoral events.