950 CMR 51.00 implements the federal Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act, 42 USC §§ 1973ee through 1973ee-6, and Amended Article 114 of the Massachusetts Constitution and applies to all Massachusetts elections. The purpose of 42 USC 42 USC §§ 1973ee through 1973ee-6, Amended Article 114 of the Massachusetts Constitution and 950 CMR 51.00 is to promote the fundamental right to vote by improving access for handicapped and elderly individuals to polling places and the voting process.
950 CMR, § 51.01