Citizen Ballot Protection Act

2/15/2024, 4:45 AM

Citizen Ballot Protection Act

This bill allows a state to include on its mail voter registration application form a requirement that the applicant provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

The Citizen Ballot Protection Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4316, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the integrity of the voting process by ensuring that only eligible citizens are able to cast their ballots in elections.

One of the key provisions of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is the requirement for voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. This could include documents such as a birth certificate or passport. The bill also includes measures to prevent non-citizens from voting, such as requiring election officials to verify the citizenship status of individuals before allowing them to vote.

Additionally, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act aims to increase penalties for individuals who commit voter fraud, such as voting multiple times or impersonating another voter. The bill includes provisions for increased enforcement and prosecution of voter fraud cases. Overall, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is designed to strengthen the integrity of the voting process and ensure that only eligible citizens are able to participate in elections. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to prevent voter fraud and protect the rights of American citizens, while opponents raise concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of people.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 4316

Introduced on
2023-06-23

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/13/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Citizen Ballot Protection Act

This bill allows a state to include on its mail voter registration application form a requirement that the applicant provide proof of U.S. citizenship.

The Citizen Ballot Protection Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4316, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the integrity of the voting process by ensuring that only eligible citizens are able to cast their ballots in elections.

One of the key provisions of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is the requirement for voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. This could include documents such as a birth certificate or passport. The bill also includes measures to prevent non-citizens from voting, such as requiring election officials to verify the citizenship status of individuals before allowing them to vote.

Additionally, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act aims to increase penalties for individuals who commit voter fraud, such as voting multiple times or impersonating another voter. The bill includes provisions for increased enforcement and prosecution of voter fraud cases. Overall, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is designed to strengthen the integrity of the voting process and ensure that only eligible citizens are able to participate in elections. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to prevent voter fraud and protect the rights of American citizens, while opponents raise concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of people.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to permit a State to include as part of the mail voter registration form a requirement that applicants provide proof of citizenship, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact
Citizenship and naturalization
Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
Immigration status and procedures
Licensing and registrations
State and local government operations
Voting rights

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary11/17/2023

Citizen Ballot Protection Act

This bill allows a state to include on its mail voter registration application form a requirement that the applicant provide proof of U.S. citizenship.


Latest Action2/13/2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 316.