Protect American Election Administration Act of 2022

Protect American Election Administration Act of 2022

This bill generally prohibits a state from soliciting, receiving, or expending any payment or donation of funds, property, or personal services from a private entity for the purpose of administering a federal election. For example, the bill prohibits the use of these payments or donations for programs related to voter education, outreach, and registration.

The prohibition shall not apply to a state's acceptance and use of a private entity's donation of space to be used for a polling place or an early voting site.

Bill 117 HR 7117, also known as the Protect American Election Administration Act of 2022, aims to enhance the security and integrity of the American electoral process. The bill focuses on providing funding and resources to state and local election officials to improve election administration and ensure fair and accurate elections.

One key provision of the bill is the allocation of funds for states to upgrade and modernize their election infrastructure, including purchasing new voting machines, improving cybersecurity measures, and implementing risk-limiting audits. This is intended to help prevent hacking and other forms of interference in elections.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the election process. It requires states to provide accessible and secure online voter registration, as well as same-day voter registration. It also mandates the use of paper ballots as a backup to electronic voting machines, to ensure that votes can be verified and audited. Furthermore, the bill addresses issues of voter suppression and disenfranchisement by prohibiting states from imposing restrictions on voting that disproportionately impact minority communities. It also includes provisions to expand early voting opportunities and make voting more accessible for individuals with disabilities. Overall, the Protect American Election Administration Act of 2022 seeks to strengthen the foundation of American democracy by safeguarding the electoral process and ensuring that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in free and fair elections.