The Help America Vote Act, also known as HAVA, was enacted by Congress in 2002. HAVA establishes minimum standards for states to follow in several key aspects of administration of federal elections, including voting systems, provisional ballots, voter information posters on election days, first time voters who register to vote by mail and statewide voter registration databases. HAVA is codified at 52 U.S.C. 20901 to 21145 (formerly 42 U.S.C. 15301 to 15545).
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The Help America Vote Act, also known as HAVA, was enacted by Congress in 2002. HAVA establishes minimum standards for states to follow in several key aspects of administration of federal elections, including voting systems, provisional ballots, voter information posters on election days, first time voters who register to vote by mail and statewide voter registration databases. HAVA is codified at 52 U.S.C. 20901 to 21145 (formerly 42 U.S.C. 15301 to 15545).
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Help America Vote Act Of 2002 (hava). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/help-america-vote-act-of-2002-hava
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