Why West Virginia is right to count timely-cast absentee ballots received after Election Day

By: Neal Barkus

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 1,030

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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West Virginia is one of 31 states that permit absentee ballots mailed on or before Election Day to be counted if received within a reasonable time after Election Day. West Virginia’s choice reflects a balance of the need for finality in elections with the particular needs of our citizens. A bill introduced in the 2026 Legislature eliminating this practice failed to pass. This is a good thing. Our state is right to count these …

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