# Federal Register #2026-18798

Request for Public Comment on ESTEP Manufacturer Registration Form Information Collection

**Buyer:** ELECTION ASSISTANCE COMMISSION (CONTRACTS)
**Posted:** September 15, 2026
**Respond By:** November 16, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-18798

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) is requesting public comment on its proposed information collection for the Election Supporting Technology Evaluation Program (ESTEP) Manufacturer Registration Form.
- Government Buyer:
  - U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC)
- Purpose:
  - Collect information from manufacturers of election-supporting technologies seeking ESTEP certification
  - Evaluate products for functionality, security, and accessibility
- Products/Technologies Covered:
  - Electronic poll books
  - Voter registration systems
  - Electronic ballot delivery systems
  - Election night reporting databases
- Information Requested:
  - Manufacturer ownership, management, technical contacts, and quality processes
- Notable Requirements:
  - Participation is voluntary
  - No specific OEMs or vendors named
  - No products or services are being procured; this is a request for information and comment
- Compliance:
  - Notice issued in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act
- Goal:
  - Improve quality and security of technology used in federal elections

### Description

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) announces an information collection for its Election Supporting Technology Evaluation Program (ESTEP). The collection aims to obtain information about election-supporting technology manufacturers participating in ESTEP certification programs. This voluntary program evaluates the functionality, security, and accessibility of election-supporting technologies. The information collected will be used to improve the quality of election-supporting technology used in federal elections.

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