Accessibility Statement
We are committed to ensuring our Voter Registration System is accessible to all users, regardless of ability or technology used.
This website has been designed and developed to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards, with additional WCAG 2.2 features where possible. We also ensure compatibility with Section 508 requirements for federal accessibility.
- ✓High contrast colors that meet WCAG AA standards (4.5:1 ratio minimum)
- ✓Scalable text that remains readable when zoomed to 200%
- ✓Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- ✓Alternative text for all informative images and icons
- ✓Information conveyed through color is also available through text or patterns
Our entire website can be navigated using only a keyboard. Key features include:
- ✓Skip links to jump to main content
- ✓Logical tab order throughout all pages
- ✓All interactive elements accessible via Tab, Enter, and Space keys
- ✓Visible focus indicators on all focusable elements
- ✓No keyboard traps - users can always navigate away from any element
We've optimized our website for screen readers and other assistive technologies:
- ✓Semantic HTML structure with proper headings hierarchy
- ✓ARIA labels and descriptions for complex interactions
- ✓Live regions for dynamic content updates
- ✓Descriptive link text and button labels
- ✓Table headers properly associated with data cells
- ✓Touch targets are at least 44x44 pixels for easy tapping
- ✓Responsive design that works on all screen sizes
- ✓Content reflows properly when zoomed to 400%
- ✓No horizontal scrolling required at standard zoom levels
Our website is tested and compatible with:
Screen Readers
- • NVDA (Windows)
- • JAWS (Windows)
- • VoiceOver (macOS/iOS)
- • TalkBack (Android)
Browsers
- • Chrome (latest 2 versions)
- • Firefox (latest 2 versions)
- • Safari (latest 2 versions)
- • Edge (latest 2 versions)
We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, we want to hear from you.
How to Report Accessibility Issues
If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this website, please describe the problem and the assistive technology you're using. We are committed to providing equal access to information and functionality.
Our Commitment
We will respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and work to resolve any issues as quickly as possible. We also conduct regular accessibility audits to identify and fix potential barriers.
While we strive to ensure all content on our website is accessible, some external links may lead to websites that we do not control. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of third-party websites, but we encourage you to contact those organizations directly if you encounter accessibility barriers on their sites.