Accessible voting

We have accessible absentee ballots and voting equipment for voters.

Accessible absentee ballots

This ballot can be filled out with assistive technology on a computer.

You or your agent must return your ballot in paper form to your local elections office.

Those who have impaired vision or print disabilities can apply.

Email your request to hc.vote@hennepin.us. We will reply with

Instructions and a link to your ballot.
A link to the online regular absentee application will also be provided, if you haven't already submitted one.

Absentee envelopes and other materials will be mailed to your address.

The equipment allows voters to mark their ballots independently and privately without using a pen.

The ballot goes in the same tabulator as all other ballots.

Election judges or staff are there to help.

Available for in-person voting in Hennepin County.

Ballot magnification and high-contrast background
Audio reading of the ballot through headphones
Two options to mark choices:
- Touchscreen
- Ports for other accessibility devices
- Braille keypad
Ballot can be reviewed independently with audio after choices are selected
Prints the selections that the voter marks

To schedule an organization or group demonstration email voteroutreach@hennepin.us.