Secretary of State John Merrill

Elections

Alabama secretary of state co-chairs Republican commission on election integrity

The GOP commission is co-chaired by Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill and Michigan state Sen. Ruth Johnson.

February 18, 2021

Alabama leaders comment on Shelby not seeking another term

Alabama leaders were quick to thank Sen. Richard Shelby for his service.

Brandon Moseley

February 9, 2021

Secretary of State completes eighth annual tour of all 67 counties

2020 marked the secretary’s eighth year in a row and the ninth time he has visited each county.

December 7, 2020

Merrill awards NASS Medallions to several power cooperatives

These medallions recognize individuals, groups and organizations for exceptional service and dedication to carrying out the mission of the National Association of Secretaries of State.

December 3, 2020

Opinion

Turnout for presidential election shatters record in Alabama

"The driving force had to unquestionably be driven by a fervor to vote for President Donald Trump."

Steve Flowers

November 18, 2020

Alabama Democratic leadership criticize Republicans for “undemocratic” comments

What drew the ire of Democrats was a continuous series of statements alluding to fraud but providing no evidence.

Josh Moon

November 9, 2020

Secretary of state predicts record turnout

Of the state’s 3.7 million eligible voters, the secretary's office anticipates somewhere between 2.5 and 2.8 million will vote.

November 3, 2020

U.S. Supreme Court rules Alabama can ban curbside voting

“The District Court’s modest injunction is a reasonable accommodation, given the short time before the election,” the three dissenting justices wrote.

Eddie Burkhalter

October 22, 2020

Opinion

Voter suppression is the only hope for Republicans

Their tactic today is the same tactic of yesterday. Fight democracy.

Josh Moon

October 22, 2020

Secretary of State announces electronic poll books in 63 of 67 counties

The electronic poll books provided for 63 of Alabama’s counties will be used to increase the security, speed and efficiency of the check-in process for voters.

October 15, 2020