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The Hands Off Our Election Resolution of 2023

12/15/2023, 3:51 PM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 45

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 45, also known as The Hands Off Our Election Resolution of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this resolution is to reaffirm the importance of free and fair elections in the United States and to condemn any attempts to interfere with or undermine the electoral process.

The resolution emphasizes the fundamental principle of democracy that every citizen has the right to vote and have their voice heard in elections. It also highlights the importance of protecting the integrity of the electoral system and ensuring that elections are conducted in a transparent and impartial manner.

Furthermore, The Hands Off Our Election Resolution of 2023 condemns any efforts to suppress voter turnout, manipulate election results, or spread misinformation that could undermine the legitimacy of the electoral process. It calls on all Americans to stand up against any attempts to interfere with the democratic process and to protect the integrity of elections. Overall, this resolution serves as a reminder of the importance of free and fair elections in a democratic society and calls on all citizens to actively participate in the electoral process to ensure that their voices are heard.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 45

Hands Off Our Election Resolution of 2023

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress that federal overreach into election law violates the states' constitutional right to govern aspects of election law under Article I, Section 4 of the U.S. Constitution (which includes clause 1, known as the Elections Clause, that provides states with the initial and principal authority to administer elections within their jurisdictions).

Current Status of Bill HCONRES 45

Bill HCONRES 45 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 18, 2023. Bill HCONRES 45 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 18, 2023.  Bill HCONRES 45's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of May 18, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HCONRES 45

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HCONRES 45

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HCONRES 45

The Hands Off Our Election Resolution of 2023
The Hands Off Our Election Resolution of 2023
Expressing the sense of Congress that the Federal Government should not encroach upon the States' constitutional right to govern aspects of election law.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HCONRES 45

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