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

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From: Clarke King <czking30 at gmail.com> 
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Subject: Re: [NFBNJ] ​ Call to Action: Support Assembly Bill A3578 Please share far and Wide!

 

Hello:

My apologies, as it was brought to my attention that the Link provided below to view the detail of the bill was not correct.

Here is the correct link to view the current bill in the assembly.

 

Sincerely,

 

Clarke King

 



 <https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3578/2026> legiscan.com

 <https://legiscan.com/NJ/bill/A3578/2026> 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





On Apr 30, 2026, at 6:03 AM, NFB of NJ President via NFBNJ <nfbnj at nfbnet.org <mailto:nfbnj at nfbnet.org> > wrote:



>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 <tel:8564351247> 

AsmGreenwald at njleg.org <mailto:AsmGreenwald at njleg.org> 


Rep. Anthony Verrelli (D)

609-292-0500 <tel:6092920500> 

AsmVerrelli at njleg.org <mailto:AsmVerrelli at njleg.org> 


Rep. Ellen Park (D)

201-308-7062 <tel:2013087062> 

AswPark at njleg.org <mailto:AswPark at njleg.org> 


Rep. Sterley Stanley (D)

732-875-3833 <tel:7328753833> 

AsmStanley at njleg.org <mailto:AsmStanley at njleg.org> 


Rep. Carol Murphy (D)

856-242-2018 <tel:8562422018> 

AswMurphy at njleg.org <mailto:AswMurphy at njleg.org> 


Rep. Roy Freiman (D)

908-829-4191 <tel:9088294191> 

AsmFreiman at njleg.org <mailto: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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