Featured Government Website in November

EAC.gov (U.S. Election Assistance Commission)

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). EAC is an independent, bipartisan commission charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting voluntary voting system guidelines, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information on election administration. EAC also accredits testing laboratories and certifies voting systems, as well as audits the use of HAVA funds.

Other responsibilities include maintaining the national mail voter registration form developed in accordance with the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. The commission also holds public meetings and hearings to inform the public about its progress and activities.

The site provides extensive coverage of such key areas as

• Resources for Voters

• Voting System Testing & Certification

• Election Management Resources

• Payments & Grants

• Research & Data

• Calendar of Events

• News & Updates, and more.