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Wisconsin-Specific Voting Resources

July 24, 2019
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…absentee ballot and check provisional ballot status) Vote411 (help with unbiased candidate information) Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), DMV Voter ID Hotline: 844-588-1069 Wisconsin Election Commission, Toll-Free Voter Help…
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March 4th State Superintendent Candidate Forum Registration

February 9, 2021
…{privacypage}. You may unsubscribe at any time.)”] We invite you to submit a question(s) for the candidates. for consideration by the planning committee. Submit your questions here (optional): To request…
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Voter Registration, Rights and Resources

June 22, 2020
…clerk: Find your clerk on MyVote Wisconsin Wisconsin Election Commission: 866-VOTE-WIS MyVote Wisconsin League of Women Voters local leagues LWV National Disability Voter Registration Week Training Vote411.org: nonpartisan information about…
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School Boards Matter: March 6 Forum

February 14, 2023
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Event Information Many Wisconsin communities will vote for school board members in the April 4th election. School Boards have a major impact on a community. Learn about the important role…
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June 28, 2018
…subscribing you agree to receive information from the WDVC, materials, and WDVC related news and agree with our privacy policy. You may unsubscribe at any time. Thank you for signing…
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WDVC Testimony for Joint Committee Hearing: 2020 General Election Review

December 18, 2020
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…Joint Committee Hearing to review the 2020 General Election. The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition sent this informational testimony to members of the Assembly and Senate Election Committees. View the Summary…
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Voting Resources for the November 8th Election for Service Providers

October 21, 2022
…Vote Coalition spoke to assisted living and group home providers about supporting their residents to vote in the November 8th election. Training materials and resources are posted here – if…
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Disability Rights and Voting: A Briefing for Policymakers

April 6, 2021
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…a list of speakers and co-sponsors, see this release with briefing information (accessible PDF). Briefing Materials Agenda Resource List List of Wisconsin Accessibility Provisions Wisconsin Voter Experiences Shared by Voters…
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Union Cab

October 22, 2022
No charge, but MUST wear mask. Wheelchair vans available. Schedule ride to polls and then must call again when done voting for pick-up, will not wait.

2022 Spring Elections Toolkit

January 6, 2022
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…Rights for Persons with Criminal Convictions: Learn more via the ACLU information page here (external link). Voting in Wisconsin After a Criminal Conviction: Learn more via the ACLU information page…
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Competency, Guardianship and Voting in Wisconsin (2018)

August 8, 2018
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For more information about guardianship and voting in Wisconsin, check out our brochures available in English and Spanish. Topics covered include competency, guardianship, Watts Reviews, loss of the right to…
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Testimony for J.L. Audit Committee: Proposed Election Administration Audit

April 9, 2021
The Disability Vote Coalition has provided informational testimony to the Joint Legislative Audit Committee on a proposed audit of election administration. This audit will provide an opportunity to address the…
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Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the ADA and Its Impact on Voting Rights

July 22, 2020
…Voting is Local. We hope you will join us in celebrating this important milestone in the fight for disability rights. With questions, please feel free to email Peter at peter@allvotingislocal.org….
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Voting News from the Disability Vote Coalition

February 26, 2021
Newsletter topics include: The Spring Election is April 6th March 4th Candidate Forum Photo ID requirements Free Voter Resources Disability Advocacy Day is March 23rd Legislative Update Voting Questions…
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Disability Community Demands Better Access to Voting

January 26, 2021
As the statewide spring primary and election approaches, the disability community is demanding better accessibility to voting to address barriers and issues rising to the forefront because of the COVID-19…
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Wisconsin Elections Commission Receives EAC Clearing House Award

March 5, 2021
Congratulations to the Wisconsin Elections Commission for receiving a U.S. Election Assistance Commission Clearinghouse Award for their work to improve accessibility for voters with disabilities. Read DRW’s press release here…
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DVC and ALAS Collaborate to Train the Disability Community on Voting Rights

September 26, 2018
It was wonderful to collaborate with Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones, Inc.- ALAS and Elsa Diaz-Bautista to train and educate the disability community on voting rights. Thanks to the City of…
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Comment to WEC: Uphold Voting Rights of Congregate Facilities Residents

March 9, 2021
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DRW’s Barbara Beckert asked the Wisconsin Election Commission to take every action possible to support and uphold the voting rights of residents of nursing homes, group homes and other congregate…
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March 9th Wisconsin Election Committee Public Testimony

March 10, 2022
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The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition provided public comments at the March 9th meeting of the Wisconsin Election Commission in support of the voting rights of people with disabilities and older…
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Disability Vote Coalition Postcards

January 21, 2021
…events, include on your resource table, distribute to clients, or send to your mailing list. Complete this survey to order your free postcards. English version of the 2021 postcard (accessible…
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National Disability Voter Registration Week: Voter Registration Webinar

August 17, 2021
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…registering to vote, why voting matters, and how to make a plan to vote for your upcoming elections. The webinar will be hosted via Zoom on September 14th from 9:00…
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Residential Service Providers: Resources for Voters with Disabilities Fact Sheet

November 9, 2023
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Voters with disabilities who live in residential facilities may experience some difficulties participating in Wisconsin elections. This factsheet is designed for residential service providers who are seeking information and resources…
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Press Event: Disability Rights and the November 8th Election

October 25, 2022
Event Information 2022 has been a challenging year for many voters with disabilities. Wisconsin has seen attacks on the federally protected right to assistance with voting, and absentee voting processes…
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Press Briefing: Disability Vote Coalition Speaks Out on Voting Bills

June 8, 2021
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Event Information View the recording of the June 9th press briefing below: https://youtu.be/gY4gzBOV-kM WHAT: Briefing for the media regarding the impact on voters with disabilities and older adults of voting…
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Rides to the Polls Survey for November 2022 Election

September 22, 2022
…you to respond by October 4th to provide time to update the website and share the information with the community. The information will be posted on our website and shared…
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Rides to the Polls Survey for April 4 2023 Election

March 6, 2023
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…as possible. We urge you to respond by March 13th to provide time to update the website and share the information with the community. The information will be posted on…
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Project Homeless Connect – Milwaukee

October 13, 2019
…a resource table to assist participants with voter registration and answer questions about voting from community members, and from the community agencies who serve people experiencing homelessness. We are partnering…
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Empowering the Disability Vote: Civic Engagement for the Disability Community and their Allies

August 24, 2022
Hosted by the League of Women Voters of Milwaukee County, LWV Wisconsin, and WI Disability Vote Coalition Event Information Voting issues go far beyond wheelchair accessibility at polling places. We’ll…
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News from the Wisconsin Election Commission re Milwaukee County Executive Candidates

January 22, 2020
Read the news story from the Wisconsin Elections Commission regarding recent decisions made about Milwaukee County Executive Candidates: Three Decisions Issued in Milwaukee City and County Ballot Cases    …
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US Election Assistance Commission Panel with Disability Advocates

August 13, 2021
US Election Assistance Commission (EAC) Vice Chairman Tom Hicks was joined by Voting Outreach Advocacy Specialist, Wendy Heyn, with Disability Rights Wisconsin; Senior Litigation Attorney, Lia Sifuentes Davis, with Disability…
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DRW Testimony at Feb 21 Assembly State Affairs Committee Public Hearing

February 24, 2022
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Disability Rights Wisconsin submitted the following testimony regarding the impact of voting bills on people with disabilities at the February 21st Assembly State Affairs Committee Public Hearing. View DRW’s full…
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Election Day is Tomorrow! Information from the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition

November 7, 2022
Newsletter topics include: Disability Rights and Resources for the November 8th Election Absentee Voting Voting on Election Day Know Your Rights Reporting Concerns Voter Experience Survey…
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ADRC of St. Croix County

October 22, 2022
24 hour notice for the Senior Center. 48 hour notice for volunteer ride program…

Process for Requesting an Accommodation for Ballot Return Assistance

July 29, 2022
Disability Rights Wisconsin is receiving questions from voters with disabilities about their rights to have assistance with mailing or delivery of their absentee ballot. Federal law protects the right of…
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Absentee Voting in Wisconsin Factsheet – 2024

December 20, 2023
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…learn more about absentee voting and how to request your ballot today with our factsheet! Materials English English regular print Absentee Voting in Wisconsin factsheet (accessible PDF) English large print…
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DVC Product List

June 23, 2020
Check out our list of printed materials, swag, videos and more in the DVC Product List: DVC Product List (June 2020)…
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Disability Vote Coalition Voter Training Videos Released

September 22, 2020
…disability vote – schedule a watch party today! If you want print materials for your event, we can mail you postcards, voting fact sheets, and swag. Contact us at info@disabilityvote.org….
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Voting and COVID-19: Congressional District 7 Special Election News

April 22, 2020
…(Republican: bit.ly/2RLSZEN). Join the Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition, Midstate Independent Living Choices and North Country Independent Living to learn about important deadlines, information on registration, voting absentee, disability rights and…
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Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series

October 5, 2020
…pm, Updates, transportation & staying safe at the polls Register Now for the Voter Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to…
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Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series

October 5, 2020
…pm, Updates, transportation & staying safe at the polls Register Now for the Voter Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to…
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Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series

October 5, 2020
…Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to attend: October 8 – Updates, registration and photo IDOctober 15 – Updates, absentee voting…
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Lunch & Learn – Voter Education Series

October 5, 2020
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…Education Series Name (required): Email (required): Organization (optional): Phone (optional): Select the session(s) you plan to attend: October 8 – Updates, registration and photo IDOctober 15 – Updates, absentee voting…
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About

June 28, 2018
…It includes over 40 community agency partners as well as self-advocates and other community members. View a list of Coalition leadership and community agency partners (accessible PDF). Join Us! You…
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Reporting an Accessibility or Voting Rights Concern

November 11, 2020
…help you, and may also help other voters and help make our elections more accessible. Report any concerns to the Wisconsin Elections Commission (WEC). Report your concern at elections.wi.gov/index.php/complaints. The…
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Disability Vote Coalition Commends Signing of AB-168

November 22, 2019
The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition applauds Governor Evers who today will sign into law AB-168 which will address a barrier to voting for some voters with disabilities. Wisconsin law requires…
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Southwestern WI Community Action Program SWCAP Lift Rides

October 22, 2022

Voting and the Law

July 24, 2019
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…Section Election Comments and Complaints, Wisconsin Election Commission Help America Vote Act, US Election Assistance Commission National Federation of the Blind, Voting Accessibility and the Law US Election Assistance Commission…
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Disability Vote Coalition Voter Accessibility Survey – April 2020

April 1, 2020
…use this information to work with policy makers to make improvements to voting in Wisconsin. If you have questions, contact us at info@disabilityvote.org. Take the Voter Accessibility Survey for the…
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DVC Partnering with Disability Action Network for Voting Rights Presentation

October 15, 2018
…for a brief presentation on voting rights and access options. There will be information on curbside voting, accessible voting machines, absentee ballots, and voter registration. Contact yourdan.info@gmail.com with any questions…
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County of Door

October 22, 2022
We offer rides to Clerk’s office to register to vote as well. Please call at least 48 hours in advance to request a ride….