BISMARCK – North Dakota Secretary of State Michael Howe is seeking nominations for the 2024 North Dakota Election Hero Award, which celebrates the importance of election teams, poll workers and policymakers who support the administration of North Dakota’s elections. The North Dakota Election Hero Award will be presented in mid-October.

Nominations can be submitted online through Oct. 9. Contact the Secretary of State’s Office for information.

Election Hero Award nominees must meet at least one of the following criteria:

– Serves in the election field and has assisted with an election in the last four years.

– Acts as a champion in fostering public awareness of election processes and strengthens partnerships within the election community.

– Develops and enhances election operations for election workers and voters through policy, processes or best practices.

– Promotes secure, accurate, fair and open elections through effective collaboration and communication with election stakeholders.

– Is dedicated to conducting excellent elections, providing customer service and demonstrating integrity in their work.

– Shows a desire to improve election processes through engagement with election stakeholders and continuing education in the election field.

– Shares accurate information surrounding election laws, best practices and processes in their community.