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Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform.

11/19/2024, 1:02 PM

Summary of Bill HRES 1573

Bill 118 HRES 1573, also known as the Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform, is a proposed legislation in the US Congress that aims to create a special committee dedicated to studying and making recommendations on electoral reform in the United States. The bill was introduced in response to growing concerns about the integrity and fairness of the electoral process, particularly in light of recent controversies surrounding election security and voter suppression.

If passed, the Select Committee on Electoral Reform would be tasked with conducting a comprehensive review of the current electoral system, including but not limited to issues such as gerrymandering, campaign finance reform, voter registration, and election administration. The committee would also be responsible for holding hearings, gathering input from experts and stakeholders, and ultimately making recommendations for legislative and administrative changes to improve the electoral process.

Proponents of the bill argue that establishing a dedicated committee on electoral reform is necessary to address the systemic issues that have plagued the US electoral system for years. They believe that by bringing together a diverse group of experts and stakeholders, the committee can help identify and implement solutions to ensure that elections are fair, transparent, and accessible to all eligible voters. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that creating a new committee on electoral reform is unnecessary and redundant, as there are already existing committees and agencies responsible for overseeing elections at both the federal and state levels. They also express concerns about the potential costs and bureaucratic inefficiencies associated with establishing a new committee. Overall, the Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform bill represents an important step towards addressing the challenges facing the US electoral system. If passed, the committee could play a crucial role in shaping the future of elections in the United States and ensuring that the democratic process remains strong and resilient.

Current Status of Bill HRES 1573

Bill HRES 1573 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since November 14, 2024. Bill HRES 1573 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on November 14, 2024.  Bill HRES 1573's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Rules. as of November 14, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1573

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1573

Primary Policy Focus

Congress

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1573

Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform.
Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform.

Comments

Tru Lang profile image

Tru Lang

522

1 year ago

I think this bill is a great idea because it will help improve our electoral system and make sure that everyone's voice is heard. I believe that this committee will be able to come up with some really good ideas for reforming our elections and making them more fair and transparent. I'm excited to see what they come up with and how it will impact our democracy. This is a step in the right direction for our country and I fully support it.

Amiyah Craig profile image

Amiyah Craig

527

1 year ago

I don't get why they're wasting time on this. It's like, who even cares about this stuff? Just let things be how they are. #confused

Robin Richards profile image

Robin Richards

471

1 year ago

I'm so excited about this new bill! It's great to see our government taking steps to improve our electoral system. I can't wait to see how this will impact our future elections.