To ensure election integrity and security and enhance Americans' access to the ballot box by establishing consistent standards and procedures for voter registration and voting in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.

Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, 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.

Bill 119 hr 160, also known as the "For the People Act of 2021," aims to improve election integrity and security while also increasing access to voting for Americans. The bill sets forth consistent standards and procedures for voter registration and voting in federal elections.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Automatic voter registration: States would be required to automatically register eligible individuals to vote when they interact with certain government agencies, such as the Department of Motor Vehicles. 2. Same-day voter registration: States would be required to allow individuals to register to vote on the same day as an election. 3. Online voter registration: States would be required to offer online voter registration options to make it easier for individuals to register to vote. 4. Early voting: States would be required to provide at least 15 days of early voting for federal elections. 5. Voting by mail: States would be required to allow any eligible voter to request and submit a mail-in ballot for federal elections. 6. Election security measures: The bill includes provisions to enhance election security, such as requiring paper ballots and implementing risk-limiting audits. Overall, the "For the People Act of 2021" aims to streamline the voter registration process, expand access to voting, and strengthen election security measures to ensure fair and secure federal elections.