[NFBNJ] ​ Call to Action: Support Assembly Bill A3578 Please share far and Wide!

[NFB of NJ President]

*From the desk of Clarke King, NFB of NJ Legislative Director*


Greetings,

We are asking you to take immediate action to support Assembly Bill A3578
by contacting members of the Assembly Judiciary Committee. Timely outreach
is critical to ensure this legislation advances.

View the bill here: Assembly Bill A3578
<https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A3578>
Why Support A3578

   - A3578 supports Electronic Ballot Return (EBR), enabling blind voters
   to use screen readers to access and return ballots independently.
   - Ensures voters who are blind can cast their ballots privately and
   independently, without relying on assistance from others.
   - Addresses barriers that limit full and equal participation for
   individuals with disabilities.
   - Strengthens legal protections and promotes accountability in areas
   directly impacting access, independence, and civil rights.

Sample Email

*Subject: Please Support A3578*

Dear Assemblymember,

I am writing to respectfully urge your support for Assembly Bill A3578.

A3578 supports Electronic Ballot Return (EBR), allowing blind voters to
independently and privately complete and return their ballots using screen
reader technology. This ensures equal access to voting while preserving
voter privacy and independence.

I respectfully ask that you vote YES on A3578 when it comes before the
Assembly Judiciary Committee.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your Address]
Phone Script

Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I am calling to support Assembly Bill
A3578. This bill allows blind voters to cast their ballots privately and
independently using screen readers via Electronic Ballot Return. I
respectfully ask that the Assemblymember vote YES on A3578 in the Judiciary
Committee. Thank you.
Assembly Judiciary Committee Contacts

*Name*

*Phone*

*Email*

Rep. Louis Greenwald (D)

856-435-1247 <8564351247>

AsmGreenwald at njleg.org

Rep. Anthony Verrelli (D)

609-292-0500 <6092920500>

AsmVerrelli at njleg.org

Rep. Ellen Park (D)

201-308-7062 <2013087062>

AswPark at njleg.org

Rep. Sterley Stanley (D)

732-875-3833 <7328753833>

AsmStanley at njleg.org

Rep. Carol Murphy (D)

856-242-2018 <8562422018>

AswMurphy at njleg.org

Rep. Roy Freiman (D)

908-829-4191 <9088294191>

AsmFreiman at njleg.org

Your outreach matters. Legislators rely on hearing directly from
constituents and NJ residents when considering legislation. Please take a
moment today to call or email your Assembly representatives and urge them
to support A3578. Together, we can advance policies that promote equality,
independence, and opportunity for all.

Sincerely,
Clarke King, Legislative Director
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
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