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Military VOTE Act

11/7/2024, 4:36 PM

Summary of Bill HR 10064

The Military Voting Opportunity and Technology Enhancement (VOTE) Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 10064, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve and streamline the voting process for members of the military serving overseas.

The Military VOTE Act aims to address the challenges that military personnel face when trying to vote while stationed abroad. It seeks to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of the voting process for these individuals by implementing various measures.

Some key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a secure online voting system for military personnel, the extension of deadlines for absentee ballots, and the implementation of training programs to educate service members on their voting rights and options. Additionally, the Military VOTE Act calls for the creation of a task force to oversee the implementation of these measures and ensure that military personnel have the necessary resources to exercise their right to vote. Overall, the Military VOTE Act is designed to make it easier for members of the military serving overseas to participate in the democratic process and have their voices heard in elections. It aims to remove barriers and streamline the voting process for these individuals, ultimately strengthening the integrity of our democracy.

Current Status of Bill HR 10064

Bill HR 10064 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 29, 2024. Bill HR 10064 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 29, 2024.  Bill HR 10064's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of October 29, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 10064

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 10064

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 10064

Military VOTE Act
Military VOTE Act
Military Voters Overseas Technical Enhancement Act
To direct the Secretary of Defense to provide an individual who enlists as a member, or who is commissioned as an officer, of the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, or Space Force and who is eligible to register to vote in elections for Federal office in the State in which the individual resides with a voter registration application form for such elections at the time the individual enlists or is commissioned, and for other purposes.

Comments

Flynn Daniel profile image

Flynn Daniel

708

1 year ago

I'm all for this new bill that helps our military members vote easier. It's important that everyone has a voice in our democracy. This bill will benefit our brave men and women serving our country.

Martha Crane profile image

Martha Crane

630

1 year ago

I think this new bill is great for our military folks. It's about time they got some recognition for all they do. Can't wait to see how this helps out.

Jiraiya Pitts profile image

Jiraiya Pitts

744

1 year ago

I was reading about this new bill and I'm not sure how I feel about it. It seems like it could have some major implications, but I'm not exactly sure what they are. Can someone explain it to me in simpler terms?

Emmeline Norton profile image

Emmeline Norton

601

1 year ago

I don't like this new bill for the military vote thing. It's not fair for everyone. It's just not right. #confused

Ava Kane profile image

Ava Kane

704

1 year ago

I think this new bill is good for our military. It will help them vote easier. I hope it passes!

Annabelle Cobb profile image

Annabelle Cobb

627

1 year ago

This bill is ridiculous.

Tru Schultz profile image

Tru Schultz

672

1 year ago

I'm all for this bill helping military members vote easier. It's a step in the right direction.

Jaycee Evans profile image

Jaycee Evans

734

1 year ago

I can't believe this new bill! It's so unfair and doesn't make any sense. Why should the military get special treatment when it comes to voting? We should all have equal rights and opportunities to vote. This bill is just another way to divide us and make some people more important than others. It's not right and it's not fair. Who does this bill really benefit anyway?