As used in this part 7, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) "Accessible voter interface device" means a device that communicates voting instructions and the information on the ballot to an elector and allows the elector to select and vote for candidates, ballot questions, and ballot issues in accordance with the standards in section 1-5-704. A ballot marking device may be considered an accessible voter interface device.
(2) "Alternative formats" has the same meaning ascribed in the federal "Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990", as amended, (Pub.L. 101-336), codified at 42 U.S.C. sec. 12101 et seq., including specifically the technical assistance manuals promulgated thereunder.
(2.5) "Ballot marking device" means a device that allows an elector to mark a ballot card used in an electromechanical voting system and that meets the standards in section 1-5-704 (1)(o).
(3) "Tactile input device" means a device such as a keyboard with which an elector provides information to a voting system by touching the device.
Source: L. 2004: Entire part added, p. 1354, § 15, effective May 28. L. 2007: (1) amended and (2.5) added, p. 1975, § 18, effective August 3.
Structure Colorado Code
Article 5 - Notice of and Preparation for Elections
Part 7 - Accessibility for Electors With Disabilities
§ 1-5-701. Legislative Declaration - Federal Funds
§ 1-5-703. Accessibility of Polling Locations to Persons With Disabilities
§ 1-5-704. Standards for Accessible Voting Systems
§ 1-5-705. Accessible Voter Interface Devices - Minimum Requirement
§ 1-5-706. Ballot Access for Voters With a Disability - Definition