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Citizen Ballot Protection Act
2/2/2024, 5:15 AM
Summary of Bill S 3470
The Citizen Ballot Protection Act, also known as Bill 118 s 3470, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect the integrity of the ballot and ensure that only eligible citizens are able to vote in elections.
One of the key provisions of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is the requirement for voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. This could include a driver's license, birth certificate, or passport. The bill also calls for the implementation of a verification process to ensure that all registered voters are indeed US citizens.
Additionally, the legislation includes measures to prevent voter fraud, such as requiring voters to present identification at the polls and implementing stricter penalties for those who attempt to vote illegally. The bill also aims to improve the security of voting machines and ensure that election results are accurate and reliable. Overall, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act seeks to uphold the integrity of the electoral process and safeguard the rights of eligible citizens to participate in elections. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to prevent voter fraud and maintain the legitimacy of the democratic system. Critics, however, have raised concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of people, such as low-income individuals or minorities. As the bill continues to be debated in Congress, it remains to be seen whether it will ultimately be passed into law.
One of the key provisions of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is the requirement for voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. This could include a driver's license, birth certificate, or passport. The bill also calls for the implementation of a verification process to ensure that all registered voters are indeed US citizens.
Additionally, the legislation includes measures to prevent voter fraud, such as requiring voters to present identification at the polls and implementing stricter penalties for those who attempt to vote illegally. The bill also aims to improve the security of voting machines and ensure that election results are accurate and reliable. Overall, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act seeks to uphold the integrity of the electoral process and safeguard the rights of eligible citizens to participate in elections. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to prevent voter fraud and maintain the legitimacy of the democratic system. Critics, however, have raised concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of people, such as low-income individuals or minorities. As the bill continues to be debated in Congress, it remains to be seen whether it will ultimately be passed into law.
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Current Status of Bill S 3470
Bill S 3470 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 12, 2023. Bill S 3470 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 12, 2023. Bill S 3470's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. as of December 12, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3470
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3470
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 3470
Citizen Ballot Protection Act
Citizen Ballot Protection Act
A bill to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to permit a State to include as part of the mail voter registration form a requirement that applicants provide proof of citizenship, and for other purposes.
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