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Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act
3/9/2024, 8:15 AM
Summary of Bill HR 149
Bill 118 hr 149, also known as the Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to prevent foreign citizens from voting in US elections, in order to protect the integrity of the democratic process.
The bill outlines several key provisions, including requiring all voters to provide proof of US citizenship before being allowed to vote. This proof could come in the form of a birth certificate, passport, or other official documentation. Additionally, the bill would establish a system for verifying the citizenship status of voters, in order to prevent non-citizens from casting ballots.
Furthermore, the bill includes penalties for individuals who knowingly allow or assist non-citizens in voting, as well as provisions for reporting and investigating instances of suspected voter fraud. The bill also calls for increased cooperation between federal, state, and local authorities in order to ensure the enforcement of these new regulations. Overall, the Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act aims to strengthen the security and legitimacy of US elections by preventing non-citizens from participating in the voting process. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to safeguard the integrity of the democratic system, while opponents raise concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of individuals.
The bill outlines several key provisions, including requiring all voters to provide proof of US citizenship before being allowed to vote. This proof could come in the form of a birth certificate, passport, or other official documentation. Additionally, the bill would establish a system for verifying the citizenship status of voters, in order to prevent non-citizens from casting ballots.
Furthermore, the bill includes penalties for individuals who knowingly allow or assist non-citizens in voting, as well as provisions for reporting and investigating instances of suspected voter fraud. The bill also calls for increased cooperation between federal, state, and local authorities in order to ensure the enforcement of these new regulations. Overall, the Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act aims to strengthen the security and legitimacy of US elections by preventing non-citizens from participating in the voting process. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to safeguard the integrity of the democratic system, while opponents raise concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of individuals.
Congressional Summary of HR 149
Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act
This bill prohibits federal funds from being made available to state or local governments that allow noncitizens to vote in federal, state, or local elections.
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Current Status of Bill HR 149
Bill HR 149 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 149 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 149's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 149
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
86Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
86Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 149
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
- Immigration status and procedures
- Intergovernmental relations
- State and local government operations
- Voting rights
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 149
Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act
Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act
To prohibit the disbursement of Federal funds to State and local governments that allow individuals who are not citizens of the United States to vote in any Federal, State, or local election.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 149
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