A bill protecting the right to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.

4/5/2024, 3:08 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Bill 118 s 3916, also known as the "Protecting the Right to Vote in Elections for Federal Office Act," is a piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding the voting rights of American citizens in federal elections. The bill seeks to address various issues related to voting access and election integrity.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of minimum standards for federal elections, including requirements for early voting, same-day voter registration, and the use of paper ballots. These measures are intended to ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the electoral process and that their votes are accurately counted.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect against voter suppression tactics, such as voter ID laws and restrictions on mail-in voting. It also seeks to strengthen election security by providing funding for states to upgrade their voting systems and implement cybersecurity measures. Overall, the "Protecting the Right to Vote in Elections for Federal Office Act" aims to uphold the fundamental right to vote and ensure that elections are fair, free, and accessible to all eligible voters. It represents a bipartisan effort to address concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and protect the democratic principles upon which our nation was founded.
Congress
118

Number
S - 3916

Introduced on
2024-03-12

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

3/12/2024

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 3916, also known as the "Protecting the Right to Vote in Elections for Federal Office Act," is a piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding the voting rights of American citizens in federal elections. The bill seeks to address various issues related to voting access and election integrity.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of minimum standards for federal elections, including requirements for early voting, same-day voter registration, and the use of paper ballots. These measures are intended to ensure that all eligible voters have the opportunity to participate in the electoral process and that their votes are accurately counted.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect against voter suppression tactics, such as voter ID laws and restrictions on mail-in voting. It also seeks to strengthen election security by providing funding for states to upgrade their voting systems and implement cybersecurity measures. Overall, the "Protecting the Right to Vote in Elections for Federal Office Act" aims to uphold the fundamental right to vote and ensure that elections are fair, free, and accessible to all eligible voters. It represents a bipartisan effort to address concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and protect the democratic principles upon which our nation was founded.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill protecting the right to vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Recent Activity

Latest Action3/12/2024
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.