Voters’ Access to Water Act

Senate Bill 1539 - Voters’ Access to Water Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2023-03-08T20:12:44Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1539 Voters’ Access to Water Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/8/2023, 8:12 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1539

Voters' Access to Water Act

This bill prohibits states from restricting the donation of food or nonalcoholic beverages to individuals who are outside of the entrance of a polling place for a federal election if such items are distributed without regard to electoral participation or political preference. However, states may prohibit individuals who are distributing these items from engaging in political or electioneering activity.

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Current Status of Bill S 1539

Bill S 1539 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 10, 2021. Bill S 1539 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on May 10, 2021. Bill S 1539's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of May 10, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1539

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1539

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Potential Impact Areas

- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation

- Food assistance and relief

- Intergovernmental relations

- State and local government operations

- Voting rights

- Water use and supply

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1539

Voters’ Access to Water Act

A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to ensure access to water and food for voters waiting in line at polling stations in Federal elections.

Voters’ Access to Water Act