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Of inquiry directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency.

12/29/2022, 6:33 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1280

Bill 117 H.Res. 1280, also known as the "Of Inquiry Directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to Transmit Certain Documents to the House of Representatives Relating to the Designation of the Small Business Administration as a Voter Registration Agency," is a piece of legislation that aims to investigate and gather information regarding the Small Business Administration's role in voter registration.

The bill directs the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to provide certain documents to the House of Representatives that pertain to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency. This includes any policies, procedures, guidelines, or communications related to voter registration activities conducted by the Small Business Administration.

The purpose of this inquiry is to ensure transparency and accountability in the Small Business Administration's voter registration efforts. By requesting these documents, Congress hopes to gain a better understanding of how the Small Business Administration is fulfilling its role as a voter registration agency and to identify any potential areas for improvement. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 1280 seeks to promote civic engagement and ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the democratic process. It underscores the importance of government agencies, such as the Small Business Administration, in facilitating voter registration and ensuring that every voice is heard in our democracy.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1280

This resolution directs the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide the House of Representatives with any documents and communications about the SBA's request for designation as a voter registration agency.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1280

Bill HRES 1280 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 26, 2022. Bill HRES 1280 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 26, 2022.  Bill HRES 1280's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Small Business, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of July 26, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1280

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1280

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1280

Of inquiry directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency.
Of inquiry directing the Administrator of the Small Business Administration to transmit certain documents to the House of Representatives relating to the designation of the Small Business Administration as a voter registration agency.

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