American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Provisional Ballot Reform Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T16:00:28Z

Explore the details of House Bill 4650 American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Provisional Ballot Reform 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.

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4650

Bill 118 hr 4650, also known as the American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Provisional Ballot Reform Act, aims to address issues related to provisional ballots in the District of Columbia.

Provisional ballots are used when there are questions about a voter's eligibility or registration status on Election Day. This bill seeks to improve the process for handling provisional ballots in the District of Columbia to ensure that all eligible voters have their voices heard in elections.

The key provisions of this bill include: 1. Requiring election officials to provide clear and consistent guidelines for when provisional ballots should be used and how they should be processed. 2. Establishing a deadline for election officials to verify the eligibility of voters who cast provisional ballots. 3. Requiring election officials to notify voters of the status of their provisional ballot and the reason for any rejection. 4. Implementing safeguards to prevent fraud and ensure the integrity of the election process. Overall, the American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Provisional Ballot Reform Act aims to increase transparency, accountability, and confidence in the electoral process in the District of Columbia. By improving the handling of provisional ballots, this bill seeks to ensure that every eligible voter has the opportunity to participate in elections and have their vote counted.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4650

Bill HR 4650 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 14, 2023. Bill HR 4650 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 14, 2023. Bill HR 4650's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of July 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4650

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4650

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4650

American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Provisional Ballot Reform ActAmerican Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Provisional Ballot Reform ActTo amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to establish certain requirements for casting a provisional ballot in a District of Columbia election, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4650

Barry Loudermilk

Georgia(Republican)

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