Constitutional Election Integrity Act

2/1/2024, 9:15 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 118 s 3588, also known as the Constitutional Election Integrity Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure the integrity of elections in the United States by implementing various measures to prevent fraud and ensure that every vote is counted accurately.

Some key provisions of the Constitutional Election Integrity Act include requiring voters to provide identification at the polls, implementing stricter guidelines for absentee voting, and increasing penalties for individuals found guilty of election fraud. The bill also aims to improve the security of voting machines and ensure that all ballots are properly counted and verified.

Supporters of the bill argue that these measures are necessary to protect the democratic process and ensure that elections are fair and free from manipulation. They believe that implementing these safeguards will increase voter confidence in the electoral system and help to prevent any potential instances of fraud. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that some of the provisions may disenfranchise certain groups of voters, such as low-income individuals or minorities, who may have difficulty obtaining the required identification. They also raise concerns about the potential for increased government surveillance and intrusion into the voting process. Overall, the Constitutional Election Integrity Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. It remains to be seen whether the bill will ultimately be passed into law and what impact it may have on future elections in the United States.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3588

Introduced on
2024-01-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

1/11/2024

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 118 s 3588, also known as the Constitutional Election Integrity Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure the integrity of elections in the United States by implementing various measures to prevent fraud and ensure that every vote is counted accurately.

Some key provisions of the Constitutional Election Integrity Act include requiring voters to provide identification at the polls, implementing stricter guidelines for absentee voting, and increasing penalties for individuals found guilty of election fraud. The bill also aims to improve the security of voting machines and ensure that all ballots are properly counted and verified.

Supporters of the bill argue that these measures are necessary to protect the democratic process and ensure that elections are fair and free from manipulation. They believe that implementing these safeguards will increase voter confidence in the electoral system and help to prevent any potential instances of fraud. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that some of the provisions may disenfranchise certain groups of voters, such as low-income individuals or minorities, who may have difficulty obtaining the required identification. They also raise concerns about the potential for increased government surveillance and intrusion into the voting process. Overall, the Constitutional Election Integrity Act is a controversial piece of legislation that has sparked debate among lawmakers and the public. It remains to be seen whether the bill will ultimately be passed into law and what impact it may have on future elections in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to prohibit Federal funds for election administration for States misusing the Fourteenth Amendment for political purposes, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Latest Action1/11/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.