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Alice Paul Voter Protection Act
1/11/2023, 1:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1245
The Alice Paul Voter Protection Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 1245, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill is named after Alice Paul, a prominent suffragist and women's rights activist.
The main goal of the Alice Paul Voter Protection Act is to ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to cast their ballots in elections without facing any barriers or discrimination. The bill aims to protect the voting rights of all Americans, regardless of their race, gender, or socioeconomic status.
Some key provisions of the bill include: 1. Expanding access to early voting and absentee voting options to make it easier for people to participate in elections. 2. Implementing measures to prevent voter suppression tactics, such as voter ID laws and voter purges. 3. Strengthening election security measures to protect against hacking and other forms of interference. 4. Providing funding for states to improve their election infrastructure and technology. 5. Ensuring that all voters have access to polling places that are easily accessible and equipped with necessary resources. Overall, the Alice Paul Voter Protection Act aims to uphold the principles of democracy by ensuring that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in the electoral process. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
The main goal of the Alice Paul Voter Protection Act is to ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to cast their ballots in elections without facing any barriers or discrimination. The bill aims to protect the voting rights of all Americans, regardless of their race, gender, or socioeconomic status.
Some key provisions of the bill include: 1. Expanding access to early voting and absentee voting options to make it easier for people to participate in elections. 2. Implementing measures to prevent voter suppression tactics, such as voter ID laws and voter purges. 3. Strengthening election security measures to protect against hacking and other forms of interference. 4. Providing funding for states to improve their election infrastructure and technology. 5. Ensuring that all voters have access to polling places that are easily accessible and equipped with necessary resources. Overall, the Alice Paul Voter Protection Act aims to uphold the principles of democracy by ensuring that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in the electoral process. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
Congressional Summary of HR 1245
Alice Paul Voter Protection Act
This bill establishes a new criminal offense for conduct (or attempted conduct) to corruptly hinder, interfere with, or prevent another person from registering to vote or helping someone register to vote. A violator is subject to criminal penalties—a fine, a prison term of not more than five years, or both.
The Election Assistance Commission must develop best practices for states to deter and prevent unlawful interference with voter registration.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1245
Bill HR 1245 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 23, 2021. Bill HR 1245 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 23, 2021. Bill HR 1245's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of April 28, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1245
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1245
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Election Assistance Commission
- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
- Voting rights
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1245
Alice Paul Voter Protection Act
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit interfering with voter registration, and for other purposes.
Alice Paul Voter Protection Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1245
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