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| | Name : | Diane Cordry Golden, Ph.D | Organization : | Missouri Assistive Technology Council | Post Date : | 9/28/2005 |
| Section : | 2.2.7.1.2.2.6 | Page no. : | | Line no.: | | Comment : | Blind Voters
Comparable to low vision voters, I would hope the end goal for blind voters is to ensure that the audio tactile interface (ATI) provides access to all votes cast, including a VVPAT vote. Unfortunately, standard 2.2.7.1.2.2.6 only says that an accessible voting system “should” allow blind voters to verify the VVPAT. Conversely, standard 6.0.2.3.2. requires a system with
VVPAT to enable blind voters to perform the verification. These standards are contradictory. Both should be a “shall” to ensure equal access for blind voters. In addition, it is unclear what decibel scale is used in the audio output standards.
Specific Recommendations:
Revise 2.2.7.1.2.2.6 to read “shall” consistent with 6.0.2.3.2. | |
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