A number issued by NASED (National Association of State Election Directors) to a system that has been tested by an accredited independent testing authority for compliance with the voting system standards. Issuance of a qualification number indicates that the system conforms to the national standards.
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A number issued by NASED (National Association of State Election Directors) to a system that has been tested by an accredited independent testing authority for compliance with the voting system standards. Issuance of a qualification number indicates that the system conforms to the national standards.
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Qualification Number. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/qualification-number
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