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Defending America’s Future Elections Act
4/30/2025, 11:03 AM
Summary of Bill S 1240
The executive order in question is not specifically mentioned in the bill, but it is likely related to the administration of Federal elections. By repealing this executive order, the bill seeks to make changes to the way Federal elections are conducted.
In addition to repealing the executive order, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to Federal elections. These additional purposes are not explicitly outlined in the bill, but they may include measures to improve the integrity and efficiency of Federal elections. Overall, Bill 119 s 1240 is a significant piece of legislation that aims to make changes to the administration of Federal elections by repealing an existing executive order and implementing other related measures. It is currently being considered by Congress and may undergo further revisions before potentially becoming law.
Congressional Summary of S 1240
Defending America’s Future Elections Act
This bill nullifies an executive order that restricts voting in federal elections and prohibits federal funds from being used to implement, administer, enforce, or carry out the executive order. The bill also prohibits federal funds from being appropriated or transferred to, or used by, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to access federal immigration databases or records related to federal elections.
Specifically, the bill nullifies Executive Order 14248, titled Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections, which was signed by President Donald Trump on March 25, 2025.
Among other elements, the order that is being nullified by this bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to update the national mail voter registration form to require individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. The order specifies what documents are considered acceptable proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a U.S. passport or identification that complies with the REAL ID Act of 2005 and indicates U.S. citizenship.
The bill also prohibits federal funds from being appropriated or transferred to, or used by, DOGE to access state voter registration lists, records concerning voter list maintenance activities, federal immigration databases, or other public or private state records related to federal elections.
