Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021

3/22/2023, 8:16 PM

Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021

This bill requires each state with a voter registration requirement to annually report to the Election Assistance Commission and Congress on voter registration statistics, including the number of individuals who were automatically registered to vote in federal elections. Additionally, the report must include a breakdown of each category of information by race, ethnicity, age, and gender.

Bill 117 HR 639, also known as the Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to require states to report on their voter registration practices and procedures to the Election Assistance Commission (EAC).

The bill mandates that states must provide the EAC with detailed information on their voter registration systems, including data on the number of registered voters, the methods used for voter registration, and any changes made to voter registration laws or procedures. This information will be used by the EAC to create a comprehensive report on voter registration practices across the country.

The Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021 aims to increase transparency and accountability in the voter registration process, ensuring that states are following best practices and complying with federal voting laws. By requiring states to report on their voter registration practices, the bill seeks to identify any potential issues or disparities in voter registration that may be impacting access to the voting process. Overall, the Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to improve the integrity and efficiency of the voter registration process in the United States. It is designed to promote fair and accessible elections by ensuring that states are held accountable for their voter registration practices.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 639

Introduced on
2021-02-01

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/1/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021

This bill requires each state with a voter registration requirement to annually report to the Election Assistance Commission and Congress on voter registration statistics, including the number of individuals who were automatically registered to vote in federal elections. Additionally, the report must include a breakdown of each category of information by race, ethnicity, age, and gender.

Bill 117 HR 639, also known as the Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to require states to report on their voter registration practices and procedures to the Election Assistance Commission (EAC).

The bill mandates that states must provide the EAC with detailed information on their voter registration systems, including data on the number of registered voters, the methods used for voter registration, and any changes made to voter registration laws or procedures. This information will be used by the EAC to create a comprehensive report on voter registration practices across the country.

The Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021 aims to increase transparency and accountability in the voter registration process, ensuring that states are following best practices and complying with federal voting laws. By requiring states to report on their voter registration practices, the bill seeks to identify any potential issues or disparities in voter registration that may be impacting access to the voting process. Overall, the Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to improve the integrity and efficiency of the voter registration process in the United States. It is designed to promote fair and accessible elections by ensuring that states are held accountable for their voter registration practices.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo require States to submit annual reports on voter registration to the Election Assistance Commission.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Census and government statistics•
Congressional elections•
Congressional oversight•
Correctional facilities and imprisonment•
Detention of persons•
Disability and health-based discrimination•
Due process and equal protection•
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation•
Government information and archives•
Licensing and registrations•
Motor vehicles•
Racial and ethnic relations•
Religion•
Right of privacy•
Sex, gender, sexual orientation discrimination•
State and local government operations•
U.S. territories and protectorates

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Latest Summary3/11/2021

Voter Registration Reporting Act of 2021

This bill requires each state with a voter registration requirement to annually report to the Election Assistance Commission and Congress on voter registration statistics, including the numbe...


Latest Action2/1/2021
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.