Generally, suitable for long-term storage. At a minimum, suitable for storage for the statutory period for which election records must be maintained, typically 22 months. "Able to preserve content for a period of time without significant loss." VVSG. See also 2007 ARCHIVALNESS.
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Generally, suitable for long-term storage. At a minimum, suitable for storage for the statutory period for which election records must be maintained, typically 22 months. "Able to preserve content for a period of time without significant loss." VVSG. See also 2007 ARCHIVALNESS.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Archival. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/archival
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