Mapping Barriers to Voting Access for Disabled Americans Across U.S. States

This article examines the barriers disabled Americans face when trying to vote, using data from the Center for American Progress's Accessible Democracy Tracker. It maps accessibility issues across U.S. states, including physical obstacles at polling places, lack of accessible voting machines, inadequate mail-in ballot options, and insufficient training for poll workers. The piece also highlights policy opportunities to strengthen election accessibility, such as improved enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act, better funding for accessible voting infrastructure, and state-level reforms. It centers the voices and experiences of disabled voters to illustrate how systemic barriers undermine democratic participation.