Filer Voter Act

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:56:56Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2629 Filer Voter Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Government Operations and Politics. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:56 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2629

The Filer Voter Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 2629, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to increase voter registration and participation by making it easier for individuals to register to vote.

One of the key provisions of the Filer Voter Act is the implementation of automatic voter registration. This means that eligible individuals would be automatically registered to vote when they interact with certain government agencies, such as the Department of Motor Vehicles or public assistance offices. This would help to streamline the voter registration process and ensure that more people are able to participate in elections.

Additionally, the Filer Voter Act includes provisions to expand access to early voting and absentee voting. This would give voters more flexibility in how and when they cast their ballots, making it easier for individuals with busy schedules or other commitments to participate in the electoral process. Overall, the Filer Voter Act aims to remove barriers to voter registration and make it easier for all eligible individuals to exercise their right to vote. By increasing voter participation, this legislation seeks to strengthen democracy and ensure that the voices of all Americans are heard in the political process.

Congressional Summary of HR 2629

Tax Filer Voter Registration Act or the Filer Voter Act

This bill treats certain tax return preparers as voter registration agencies.

Specifically, the bill requires tax return preparers who prepare at least 100 individual tax returns in a taxable year to provide voter registration application forms to their customers. The form must be made available by (1) displaying copies of the form in the preparer's office for customers who receive in-person services, and (2) providing a hyperlink to the form for customers who receive online services.

The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the Department of the Treasury to enable certified volunteer tax preparers to meet the requirements of the bill.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2629

Bill HR 2629 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2629 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2023. Bill HR 2629's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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 April 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2629

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2629

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Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2629

Filer Voter Act

Tax Filer Voter Registration Act

To amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to treat certain tax return preparers as voter registration agencies under such Act for purposes of distributing voter registration application forms, and for other purposes.