Election Security Act of 2022

Senate Bill 5332 - Election Security Act of 2022: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 5332 Election Security Act of 2022 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/31/2023, 1:45 PM

Congressional Summary of S 5332

Election Security Act of 2022

This bill addresses election security through grant programs and requirements for voting systems and paper ballots. Among other provisions, the bill (1) establishes requirements for voting systems, including that systems use individual, durable, voter-verified paper ballots; (2) directs the Election Assistance Commission to award grants to states for specified activities, including replacing voting systems and improving the security of the systems; and (3) requires states and jurisdictions to carry out postelection audits for all federal elections.

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Current Status of Bill S 5332

Bill S 5332 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 21, 2022. Bill S 5332 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on December 21, 2022. Bill S 5332's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of December 21, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5332

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5332

Election Security Act of 2022

Voter Confidence and Increased Accessibility Act of 2022

A bill to protect elections for public office by providing enhanced security for the infrastructure used to carry out such elections, and for other purposes.