State Auditor Boliek Statement on Court of Appeals Election Board Ruling

State Auditor Dave Boliek released the following statement on the North Carolina Court of Appeals ruling upholding the transfer of election board appointments to the State Auditor's Office:

"Today's ruling affirms the constitutional independence of the State Auditor's Office. As part of the executive branch of North Carolina, we will continue to uphold the election duties prescribed to our office. Our goal remains to ensure elections in North Carolina are run impartially, effectively, and securely, and that all eligible voters have access to the voting booth. I have confidence in the State Board of Elections and our local boards of elections."