Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1398 Promoting Free and Fair Elections 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, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1398

Bill 118 s 1398, also known as the Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that elections in the United States are conducted in a free and fair manner, without any interference or manipulation.

The bill includes several key provisions aimed at achieving this goal. One of the main provisions is the establishment of new guidelines and regulations for election security, including measures to protect against cyber attacks and other forms of interference. This includes requiring states to use paper ballots and implement post-election audits to verify the accuracy of election results.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to increase transparency in campaign finance, including requiring political advertisements to disclose their funding sources and prohibiting foreign entities from spending money on US elections. The bill also aims to increase voter access and participation by expanding early voting options and making it easier for eligible individuals to register to vote. Overall, the Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act seeks to strengthen the integrity of the US electoral system and ensure that all Americans have the opportunity to participate in free and fair elections. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect the democratic process, while opponents raise concerns about potential costs and logistical challenges.

Congressional Summary of S 1398

Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

This bill prohibits federal agencies from using funds made available for salaries and expenses to solicit or enter into agreements with nongovernmental organizations to conduct voter registration or voter mobilization activities on the agency's property or website.

The bill also requires federal agencies to delay carrying out certain activities pursuant to Executive Order 14019 (which established requirements for expanding access to voter registration and election information) until various conditions are met, such as the agency submitting reports to Congress.

The bill also prohibits institutions of higher education that operate federal work-study programs from registering or mobilizing voters on or off campus.

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Current Status of Bill S 1398

Bill S 1398 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 2, 2023. Bill S 1398 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 2, 2023. Bill S 1398's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of May 2, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1398

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1398

Promoting Free and Fair Elections ActPromoting Free and Fair Elections ActA bill to prohibit agencies of the government from soliciting or entering into agreements with nongovernmental organizations to conduct voter registration or voter mobilization activities on the property or website of the agency or from using Federal funds to carry out activities directed under Executive Order 14019, and for other purposes.

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