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American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Voter List Maintenance Act

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4496

Bill 118 hr 4496, also known as the American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Voter List Maintenance Act, aims to address concerns regarding the accuracy and integrity of voter registration lists in the District of Columbia. The bill focuses on improving the maintenance of voter lists to ensure that only eligible voters are registered and able to participate in elections.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for the District of Columbia to implement a system for regularly updating and verifying voter registration information. This includes conducting regular audits of voter lists to identify and remove ineligible voters, such as those who have moved out of the district or are deceased. The bill also calls for the establishment of procedures to address any discrepancies or errors in voter registration data.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to enhance the security and integrity of the voter registration process. This includes implementing safeguards to prevent fraudulent registrations and ensuring that voter information is kept confidential and secure. The bill also requires the District of Columbia to provide training for election officials on best practices for maintaining accurate voter lists. Overall, the American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Voter List Maintenance Act seeks to improve the accuracy and reliability of voter registration lists in the District of Columbia, ultimately enhancing confidence in the electoral process and ensuring that elections are conducted fairly and transparently.

Current Status of Bill HR 4496

Bill HR 4496 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 6, 2023. Bill HR 4496 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 6, 2023.  Bill HR 4496's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of July 6, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4496

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4496

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4496

American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Voter List Maintenance Act
American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Voter List Maintenance Act
To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to establish certain requirements for voter registration with respect to District of Columbia elections, and for other purposes.

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