John Merrill

John H. Merrill served in the Alabama House of Representatives from 2010 to 2014 and as Alabama’s 53rd Secretary of State from 2015 to 2023.

Truth matters: Alabama’s voter rolls

Since taking office, Secretary Wes Allen has repeatedly mischaracterized both my tenure and the work of the professionals in the Secretary of State’s Office.

April 21, 2025

Empowering local economies: the critical role of community banks

Community banks are more than your typical financial institution; they are trusted mainstays of the areas they serve.

February 25, 2025

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Three questions about the 2024 election

I have been asked these three questions about the elections process.

October 24, 2024

There should be no more changes to election laws during the 2024 election cycle

At this late stage, any further changes will only serve to undermine confidence in the voting systems.

September 24, 2024

Understanding the risks of AI

AI's ability to harness big data for voter influence is a double-edged sword.

August 20, 2024

Protecting the secret ballot in an era of transparency and political tension

It's crucial that state officials prioritize the protection of people's voting rights.

July 30, 2024

Secretary Merrill responds to Joey Kennedy’s column in APR

Three different entities awarded Alabama exemplary marks for its election administration for the 2020 General Election.

October 5, 2022

Secretary of State Merrill addresses redistricting controversies

It is our recommendation that the Alabama Legislature reexamine the current Board of Registrar system.

July 8, 2022

Ballot trafficking is illegal in Alabama

In Alabama, it is illegal for any individual to return or mail another individual’s absentee ballot application or their absentee ballot.

May 4, 2022

Response to Joey Kennedy

In Alabama, we make it easy to vote and hard to cheat.

December 13, 2021