California has one, enshrined in law. The plain language version came from hearing voters in studies say they were surprised when they learned what voters’ rights were.
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As election departments canvass and certify elections, let’s talk about a plain language Voter Bill of Rights. https://civicdesign.org/showcase/a-voter-bill-of-rights-in-plain-language/ …
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For example, one right started with this wording: You have the right to cast a provisional ballot if your name is not listed on the voting rolls. Reaction: Voters did not understand the words provisional or rolls
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And eventually got to this wording: You have the right to vote if you are a registered voter even if your name is not on the list. You will vote using a provisional ballot. Your vote will be counted if elections officials determine that you are eligible to vote.
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See the difference? The final version changed “but” to “even if” and clarified that “your vote” will be counted. Readers got it.
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See the showcase here: https://civicdesign.org/showcase/a-voter-bill-of-rights-in-plain-language/ …
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