Save Voters Act

3/13/2024, 11:20 PM

Stop Automatically Voiding Eligible Voters Off Their Enlisted Rolls in States Act or the Save Voters Act

This bill prohibits a state from removing registrants from the official list of eligible voters unless it meets certain verification and notice requirements.

Specifically, the bill prohibits a state from removing a registrant from the official list of eligible voters unless it verifies, on the basis of objective and reliable evidence, that the registrant is ineligible to vote in federal elections. Further, a state is prohibited from considering failure to vote in an election or failure to respond to any election mail as evidence of ineligibility to vote.

Additionally, the bill requires a state to provide individual registrants who are removed with a notice, which must include the grounds for the removal and information on contesting the removal. Public notice must be provided after conducting any general program to remove the names of ineligible voters.

The Save Voters Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2842, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the rights of voters and ensure that their voices are heard in the democratic process.

The Save Voters Act includes several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. One of the main provisions of the bill is to establish a national voter registration system that would make it easier for eligible voters to register and participate in elections. This system would streamline the registration process and help to ensure that all eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote.

Additionally, the Save Voters Act includes measures to protect the integrity of the voting process. This includes provisions to prevent voter suppression and intimidation, as well as measures to safeguard against election fraud. The bill also includes provisions to improve the security of voting systems and ensure that election results are accurate and reliable. Overall, the Save Voters Act is aimed at strengthening the democratic process and ensuring that all eligible voters are able to participate in elections. By establishing a national voter registration system and implementing measures to protect the integrity of the voting process, this bill seeks to uphold the fundamental right of every American to have their voice heard in the political process.
Congress
118

Number
S - 2842

Introduced on
2023-09-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/19/2023

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Stop Automatically Voiding Eligible Voters Off Their Enlisted Rolls in States Act or the Save Voters Act

This bill prohibits a state from removing registrants from the official list of eligible voters unless it meets certain verification and notice requirements.

Specifically, the bill prohibits a state from removing a registrant from the official list of eligible voters unless it verifies, on the basis of objective and reliable evidence, that the registrant is ineligible to vote in federal elections. Further, a state is prohibited from considering failure to vote in an election or failure to respond to any election mail as evidence of ineligibility to vote.

Additionally, the bill requires a state to provide individual registrants who are removed with a notice, which must include the grounds for the removal and information on contesting the removal. Public notice must be provided after conducting any general program to remove the names of ineligible voters.

The Save Voters Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2842, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the rights of voters and ensure that their voices are heard in the democratic process.

The Save Voters Act includes several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. One of the main provisions of the bill is to establish a national voter registration system that would make it easier for eligible voters to register and participate in elections. This system would streamline the registration process and help to ensure that all eligible voters are able to exercise their right to vote.

Additionally, the Save Voters Act includes measures to protect the integrity of the voting process. This includes provisions to prevent voter suppression and intimidation, as well as measures to safeguard against election fraud. The bill also includes provisions to improve the security of voting systems and ensure that election results are accurate and reliable. Overall, the Save Voters Act is aimed at strengthening the democratic process and ensuring that all eligible voters are able to participate in elections. By establishing a national voter registration system and implementing measures to protect the integrity of the voting process, this bill seeks to uphold the fundamental right of every American to have their voice heard in the political process.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to clarify that a State may not use an individual's failure to vote as the basis for initiating the procedures provided under such Act for the removal of the individual from the official list of registered voters in the State on the grounds that the individual has changed residence, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Latest Summary1/11/2024

Stop Automatically Voiding Eligible Voters Off Their Enlisted Rolls in States Act or the Save Voters Act

This bill prohibits a state from removing registrants from the official list of eligible voters unless it meets certain verifi...


Latest Action9/19/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.