Notice2024-13811

Request for Comment: Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the National Mail Voter Registration Form

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Published
June 25, 2024

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Election Assistance Commission

Abstract

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), in consultation with the Technology Transformation Services Office of Solutions (TTS) of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is publishing the Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the National Mail Voter Registration Form for public comment. The intent of this tool is to improve the screen reader experience and allow for a customizable display, improving the accessibility and usability of the National Mail Voter Registration Form.

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 122 (Tuesday, June 25, 2024)]
[Notices]
[Pages 53068-53069]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2024-13811]


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ELECTION ASSISTANCE COMMISSION


Request for Comment: Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the 
National Mail Voter Registration Form

AGENCY: Election Assistance Commission.

ACTION: Notice, request for comment.

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SUMMARY: The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC), in consultation 
with the Technology Transformation Services Office of Solutions (TTS) 
of the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is publishing the 
Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the National Mail Voter 
Registration Form for public comment. The intent of this tool is to 
improve the screen reader experience and allow for a customizable 
display, improving the accessibility and usability of the National Mail 
Voter Registration Form.

DATES: Comments must be received by 5 p.m. Eastern on Monday, July 22, 
2024.

ADDRESSES: To view the Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the 
National Mail Voter Registration Form, see: <a href="https://vote.gov/national-voter-registration-form-review/">https://vote.gov/national-voter-registration-form-review/</a>. Email comments on the proposed 
Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the National Mail Voter 
Registration Form should be submitted electronically via 
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#dcbfb0b9bdaeb5b2bbb4b3a9afb99cb9bdbff2bbb3aa"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="23404f4642514a4d444b4c565046634642400d444c55">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>. Written comments on the proposed Accessible 
Digital Form Filler Tool for the National Mail Voter Registration Form 
can also be sent to the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, 633 3rd 
Street NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20001.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kristen Muthig, Telephone: (202) 897-
9285, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#016a6c7475696866416460622f666e77"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="fe95938b8a969799be9b9f9dd0999188">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>.

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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: GSA TTS developed a mobile-friendly, 
accessible tool to help people fill out the National Mail Voter 
Registration Form online, so that the voter can print and mail the form 
to their state election office. This digital tool streamlines over 20 
pages of state-specific instructions and provides only the instructions 
and fields required for people based on their state. The digital tool 
improves the screen reader experience and allows for a customizable 
display, improving the accessibility and usability of the National Mail 
Voter Registration Form.
    The EAC will use the feedback and information received through this 
public comment process, along with findings of the consultation with 
the Chief Election Official of each state, to inform GSA of 
improvements to the Accessible Digital Form Filler Tool for the 
National Mail Voter Registration Form. Response to this request for 
public comment is voluntary. Please note that comments submitted in 
response to this Notice are public record. Before including any 
detailed personal information, you should be aware that your submitted 
comments, including your personal information, may be made available 
for public review.

Camden Kelliher,
Acting General Counsel, U.S. Election Assistance Commission.
[FR Doc. 2024-13811 Filed 6-24-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4810-71-P


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