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To nullify Executive Order 14019 relating to promoting voter access.

12/29/2022, 5:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7984

Bill 117 HR 7984, titled "To nullify Executive Order 14019 relating to promoting voter access," seeks to overturn Executive Order 14019, which was issued by the President to promote voter access. The bill aims to reverse the provisions outlined in the executive order and restore the previous regulations related to voting rights.

The executive order in question, EO 14019, was issued by the President with the intention of expanding voter access and making it easier for eligible citizens to participate in the electoral process. However, some lawmakers believe that the executive order oversteps its bounds and infringes on states' rights to regulate their own voting procedures.

If passed, Bill 117 HR 7984 would effectively nullify EO 14019 and reinstate the previous rules and regulations regarding voter access. This bill has sparked a contentious debate among lawmakers, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to protect states' rights and opponents contending that it will restrict voter access and disenfranchise certain groups of voters. Overall, Bill 117 HR 7984 represents a significant effort to challenge the executive branch's authority in the realm of voting rights and could have far-reaching implications for future election laws and regulations. It will be important to closely monitor the progress of this bill as it moves through the legislative process.

Congressional Summary of HR 7984

This bill nullifies the executive order that was published on March 10, 2021, and established requirements for expanding access to voter registration and election information.

Current Status of Bill HR 7984

Bill HR 7984 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 8, 2022. Bill HR 7984 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 8, 2022.  Bill HR 7984's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7984

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
24
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
24
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7984

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7984

To nullify Executive Order 14019 relating to promoting voter access.
To nullify Executive Order 14019 relating to promoting voter access.

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