Unhoused VOTE Act

3/14/2024, 2:23 AM

Summary of Bill S 2971

The Unhoused VOTE Act, also known as Bill 118 s 2971, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to ensure that individuals experiencing homelessness have the ability to exercise their right to vote.

The Unhoused VOTE Act proposes several measures to make voting more accessible for unhoused individuals. One key provision of the bill is the establishment of mobile voting units that would travel to locations where unhoused individuals are staying, such as shelters or encampments. These units would provide on-site voter registration and voting services, making it easier for unhoused individuals to participate in elections.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for outreach and education efforts to inform unhoused individuals about their voting rights and how to participate in the electoral process. This would help to increase voter turnout among this population and ensure that their voices are heard in elections. Overall, the Unhoused VOTE Act aims to address the barriers that unhoused individuals face when trying to vote and ensure that they have equal access to the electoral process. By providing mobile voting units and outreach efforts, this bill seeks to empower unhoused individuals to participate in democracy and have a say in the decisions that affect their lives.

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Current Status of Bill S 2971

Bill S 2971 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 28, 2023. Bill S 2971 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 28, 2023.  Bill S 2971's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of September 28, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2971

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2971

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2971

Unhoused VOTE ActUnhoused VOTE ActUnhoused Voter Opportunity Through Elections ActA bill to remove barriers to the ability of unhoused individuals to register to vote and vote in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2971

R
Cory A. Booker
New Jersey(Democrat)
R
Elizabeth Warren
Massachusetts(Democrat)
R
Alex Padilla
California(Democrat)
R
Mazie K. Hirono
Hawaii(Democrat)

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