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RACE Act
2/13/2025, 9:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 529
The main provisions of the bill include setting deadlines for states to count all ballots cast in federal elections, including absentee and provisional ballots. States would be required to complete the counting process within a certain timeframe after Election Day, in order to ensure that election results are accurate and timely.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve the security and integrity of the election process, such as requiring states to implement measures to prevent fraud and ensure the accuracy of voter rolls. The bill also includes provisions to enhance voter access and participation, such as expanding early voting options and improving voter registration processes. Overall, the Count Every Vote Act aims to strengthen the democratic process by ensuring that every vote is counted and that election results are certified in a timely and accurate manner. The bill seeks to address issues related to election administration and voter access, in order to uphold the integrity of the electoral system and promote trust in the democratic process.
Congressional Summary of HR 529
Restoring American Confidence in Elections Act or the RACE Act
This bill establishes deadlines for states to count ballots and certify results in federal elections.
Specifically, the bill requires a state to finish counting the ballots cast in a federal election held in the state not later than 10:00 p.m. on the date of the election. Further, the state must certify the election results not later than 48 hours after the election.
The bill provides exceptions to these deadlines for bona fide emergencies (e.g., major disasters) or technical difficulties (e.g., malfunctioning election equipment or software).
Current Status of Bill HR 529
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 529
Total Number of Sponsors
2Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
2Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 529
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 529
Comments
Donovan Moss
10 months ago
I am deeply concerned about the potential negative impacts of this bill. It is crucial that states have the necessary time to accurately count and certify election results, but imposing strict deadlines could lead to rushed and potentially inaccurate outcomes. This could undermine the integrity of our democratic process and erode public trust in the election system. In the short term, this bill may create unnecessary pressure on election officials and increase the likelihood of errors in the certification process.
Jeremias Cobb
10 months ago
This bill is bad. It make things harder for states to count votes. I don't like it. It might make it take longer to know who win elections. I want to know right away. It not fair to make people wait. I don't want this bill to pass. It not good for me.
