FY27/FY28 Polling Place Accessibility Grant (HAVA)

This grant program funds accessibility improvements at Illinois polling places for FY 27 and FY 28. County clerks or executive directors of elections may apply for money to remove physical barriers—such as installing permanent ramps, widening doors, adding signage, creating accessible parking, providing portable alert systems, and purchasing adaptive voting equipment. Applications must include a narrative, cost estimates, and vendor quotes, and funds must be used only for the approved accessibility projects. The goal is to ensure that every voter can cast a ballot privately and independently, in compliance with the Help America Vote Act (HAVA). • Eligible applicants: Illinois county clerks / election directors (government organizations). • Funding sources: Federal or federal pass‑through funds. • Allowable expenditures: Permanent building improvements, signage, parking accommodations, door hardware, ramps, widening hinges, accessible voting booths, training, and limited website ADA upgrades. • Required documentation: Narrative description, amount requested, vendor quotes, and justification. • No specific budget ceiling or project timeline is stated in the posting.