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Citizen Ballot Protection Act
2/15/2024, 4:45 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4316
The Citizen Ballot Protection Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4316, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to protect the integrity of the voting process by ensuring that only eligible citizens are able to cast their ballots in elections.
One of the key provisions of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is the requirement for voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. This could include documents such as a birth certificate or passport. The bill also includes measures to prevent non-citizens from voting, such as requiring election officials to verify the citizenship status of individuals before allowing them to vote.
Additionally, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act aims to increase penalties for individuals who commit voter fraud, such as voting multiple times or impersonating another voter. The bill includes provisions for increased enforcement and prosecution of voter fraud cases. Overall, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is designed to strengthen the integrity of the voting process and ensure that only eligible citizens are able to participate in elections. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to prevent voter fraud and protect the rights of American citizens, while opponents raise concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of people.
One of the key provisions of the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is the requirement for voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote. This could include documents such as a birth certificate or passport. The bill also includes measures to prevent non-citizens from voting, such as requiring election officials to verify the citizenship status of individuals before allowing them to vote.
Additionally, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act aims to increase penalties for individuals who commit voter fraud, such as voting multiple times or impersonating another voter. The bill includes provisions for increased enforcement and prosecution of voter fraud cases. Overall, the Citizen Ballot Protection Act is designed to strengthen the integrity of the voting process and ensure that only eligible citizens are able to participate in elections. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to prevent voter fraud and protect the rights of American citizens, while opponents raise concerns about potential barriers to voting for certain groups of people.
Congressional Summary of HR 4316
Citizen Ballot Protection Act
This bill allows a state to include on its mail voter registration application form a requirement that the applicant provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4316
Bill HR 4316 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 23, 2023. Bill HR 4316 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 23, 2023. Bill HR 4316's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 316. as of February 13, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4316
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
18Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
18Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4316
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Citizenship and naturalization
- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
- Immigration status and procedures
- Licensing and registrations
- State and local government operations
- Voting rights
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4316
Citizen Ballot Protection Act
Citizen Ballot Protection Act
Citizen Ballot Protection Act
To amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to permit a State to include as part of the mail voter registration form a requirement that applicants provide proof of citizenship, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4316
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