HAVA (Help America Vote Act)

The Help America Vote Act (HAVA), enacted in 2002, was designed to improve the voting process in the U.S. after concerns about outdated systems and voting problems. It provides federal funding to modernize voting technology, such as replacing punch cards and lever machines with more reliable systems. HAVA also establishes standards for voter registration, creates the Election Assistance Commission to support state and local election officials, and aims to make voting more accessible and secure for all eligible voters. Overall, it seeks to ensure fair, accurate, and trustworthy elections nationwide.