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Election Integrity Act of 2023

2/1/2024, 4:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3257

Bill 118 HR 3257, also known as the Election Integrity Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at ensuring the integrity of elections in the United States. The bill addresses various aspects of election security and transparency to prevent fraud and uphold the democratic process.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for states to implement voter identification laws, which would require voters to present a valid form of identification before casting their ballots. This measure is intended to prevent voter impersonation and ensure that only eligible individuals are able to vote.

Additionally, the Election Integrity Act of 2023 includes provisions for the maintenance and updating of voter registration rolls to remove deceased individuals and non-residents, as well as to prevent duplicate registrations. This is aimed at reducing the potential for voter fraud and ensuring that only eligible voters are able to participate in elections. The bill also addresses the issue of election security by requiring states to implement measures to protect against cyber threats and hacking attempts that could compromise the integrity of election systems. This includes requirements for regular security audits and the use of paper ballots as a backup in case of electronic voting system failures. Overall, the Election Integrity Act of 2023 seeks to strengthen the integrity of the electoral process in the United States by implementing measures to prevent fraud, ensure transparency, and protect against cyber threats. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has garnered support from lawmakers who are committed to upholding the integrity of the democratic process.

Congressional Summary of HR 3257

Election Integrity Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the use of a voting system in a federal election that

  • has proprietary hardware or software that does not meet the Election Assistance Commission's voluntary voting system guidelines for interoperability and auditability,
  • has hardware and software components that are not manufactured and maintained in the United States,
  • is produced by a foreign entity,
  • connects to the internet, or
  • directly tabulates a ballot that was transmitted online.

Current Status of Bill HR 3257

Bill HR 3257 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 11, 2023. Bill HR 3257 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 11, 2023.  Bill HR 3257's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of May 11, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3257

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 HR 3257

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

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