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Name :   Diane Cordry Golden, Ph.D
Organization :   Missouri Assistive Technology Council
Post Date :   9/28/2005

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Section :  2.2.7.1.2.2.6
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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.