52 USC 21041 - Grants for research on voting technology improvements

U.S Code last checked for updates: Oct 17, 2024

§ 21041.

Grants for research on voting technology improvements

(a)

In general

(b)

Eligibility

An entity is eligible to receive a grant under this subpart if it submits to the Commission (at such time and in such form as the Commission may require) an application containing—

(1)

certifications that the research and development funded with the grant will take into account the need to make voting equipment fully accessible for individuals with disabilities, including the blind and visually impaired, the need to ensure that such individuals can vote independently and with privacy, and the need to provide alternative language accessibility for individuals with limited proficiency in the English language (consistent with the requirements of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 [52 U.S.C. 10301 et seq.]); and

(2)

such other information and certifications as the Commission may require.

(c)

Applicability of regulations governing patent rights in inventions made with Federal assistance

(d)

Recommendation of topics for research

(1)

In general

(2)

Review of grant applications received by Commission

(3)

Monitoring and adjustment of grant activities at request of Commission

(4)

Evaluation of grants at request of Commission

(A)

In general

(B)

Inclusion in reports

(e)

Provision of information on projects

(Pub. L. 107–252, title II, § 271, Oct. 29, 2002, 116 Stat. 1699.)

cite as: 52 USC 21041