101.56063 Accessibility of voting systems and polling places; intent; eligibility for federal funding. - Florida Statutes

101.56063 Accessibility of voting systems and polling places; intent; eligibility for federal funding.

It is the intent of the Legislature that this state be eligible for any funds that are available from the Federal Government to assist states in providing or improving accessibility of voting systems and polling places for persons having a disability. Accordingly, all state laws, rules, standards, and codes governing voting systems and polling place accessibility must be maintained to ensure the state’s eligibility to receive federal funds. It is the intent of the Legislature that all state requirements meet or exceed the minimum federal requirements for voting systems and polling place accessibility. This section shall take effect upon this act becoming a law.

History. s. 13, ch. 2002-281.