A secure dataset of approximately million permanent change-of-address (COA) records consisting of the names and addresses of individuals, families, and businesses who have filed a change-of-address with the USPS. Election officials use NCOA to update records in their voter registration databases.
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A secure dataset of approximately million permanent change-of-address (COA) records consisting of the names and addresses of individuals, families, and businesses who have filed a change-of-address with the USPS. Election officials use NCOA to update records in their voter registration databases.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). National Change Of Address Program (ncoa). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/national-change-of-address-program-ncoa
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