FY 2008 Requirements Payments
GAO concluded EAC actions to ensure 2008 requirements payments remain available to the states after the 2008 fiscal year were “appropriate.” Read more.
The Omnibus Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2008 (Public Law 110-161) includes $115 million to help states improve the administration of Federal elections. These funds are known as Requirements Payments.
Funding and Matching Amounts by State
Click here to view the amount of each state’s payment and required matching contribution.
Application Instructions
Click here for instructions to obtain your state’s share of the funds. The conditions for receipt of the funds are contained in Section 253 of the Help America Vote Act.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click here for frequently asked questions about the 2008 Requirements Payments.
Contact Information
For more information, contact Edgardo Cortes toll-free at 1-866-747-1471.
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