This bill mandates the provision of accessible mail-in ballots for voters with disabilities in New Jersey. When a county clerk receives a request for such a ballot from a registered voter with a disability, they are required to send the ballot electronically, ensuring that it includes features that facilitate understanding, marking, and submitting the ballot. Key features of the accessible mail-in ballot include electronic delivery, guided audible prompts for readability, the ability to mark and confirm selections, and options for printing or electronically submitting the ballot if the voter qualifies as electronic return eligible.
The bill also defines "electronic return eligible" voters as those who are blind, have significant visual impairments, or possess physical disabilities that hinder their ability to handle or mark a ballot. Additionally, the Secretary of State is tasked with developing uniform guidelines for election officials to ensure the effective implementation of these provisions. Overall, the legislation aims to enhance voting accessibility for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to participate in elections more independently and effectively.