A type of intra-agency, interagency, or National Guard agreement between two or more parties, which includes only general understandings between the parties. It neither includes a commitment of resources nor binds a party to a specific action. Source: DoDI 4000.19
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A type of intra-agency, interagency, or National Guard agreement between two or more parties, which includes only general understandings between the parties. It neither includes a commitment of resources nor binds a party to a specific action. Source: DoDI 4000.19
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Memorandum Of Understanding (mou). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 17, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/memorandum-of-understanding-mou
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