IL SR0971

Expresses support for ensuring voters with print disabilities can exercise their right to vote in a manner that is full and equal

Recognizes that Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act requires state and local governments to ensure people with disabilities have full and equal opportunity to vote

Notes that Public Act 102-819 requires the State Board of Elections to provide a certified remote accessible vote by mail system allowing voters with print disabilities to mark and verify ballots using assistive technology

Acknowledges that the U.S. Election Assistance Commission's 2021 report found 11% of voters with disabilities had trouble voting in 2020

Recognizes that Illinois voters with print disabilities may apply for single accessible vote by mail ballots or permanently receive accessible vote by mail ballots electronically