Pennsylvania saw big improvements in mail voting during the 2024 general election, the Department of State announced Friday.

The Shapiro administration announced a 57% drop in rejected mail ballots in November compared to the April primary.

Voter turnout hit 77%, with 2.2 million mail ballot applications and an 89% return rate. Of those returned, only 1% were rejected, down from 2.4% earlier in the year.

The state credits a year-long voter education campaign and new rules, like preprinting the full year on ballot envelopes, for the success. Common reasons for rejection included late arrivals, missing dates or signatures. Redesigned instructions, a streamlined application process, and outreach to young and older voters also helped, according to state officials.

Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt says these efforts reduced voter mistakes and ensured more ballots were counted. The department said it plans to keep improving for future elections.