HAVA Implementation in Jeopardy
NY Actions Threaten HAVA Nationwide

A Federal Judge has given New York State until April 10, 2006 to submit its HAVA implementation plan. The US DOJ lawsuit makes the process confidential until the submission of the plan. The state board of elections didn’t add any comfort to the prospect of a bona fide plan when they diverted their attention last week to “counting people with disabilities who might vote.” This was seen as just another diversion from doing anything but complying with the law.

Since this week will be crucial before the plan’s submission on Monday, April 10^th, and the result could have a negative impact on HAVA implementation and/or enforcement nationwide, we need you to send a response to the four leaders of New York State government to voice your concern. The message will emphasize how the precedent set in New York could diminish voting access for Americans with disabilities in other states. It will call upon the elected leaders to accept their responsibilities and do the right thing – comply with the law.

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