Ohio sees fewer absentee ballots returned post-Election Day after law eliminated grace period (opens original article in a new tab)

Ohio's new law eliminating the absentee ballot grace period led to fewer ballots being returned after Election Day.

• Ohio's primary election results were certified by Secretary of State Frank LaRose.
• The law removed the grace period for returning absentee ballots.
• Fewer absentee ballots were returned post-Election Day due to the new law.