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Introduced
06/12/2019
06/12/2019
In Committee
06/28/2019
06/28/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit interference with voting systems under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. This bill broadens the definition of "protected computer," for purposes of computer fraud and abuse offenses, to include a computer that is part of a voting system and (1) is used for a federal election, or (2) has moved in or otherwise affects interstate or foreign commerce.
AI Summary
This bill, the Defending the Integrity of Voting Systems Act, amends the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to prohibit interference with voting systems. Specifically, it broadens the definition of "protected computer" to include computers that are part of a voting system and are either used for federal elections or have moved in or affected interstate or foreign commerce. This expansion aims to enhance the protection of voting systems from unauthorized access or tampering, helping to ensure the integrity of federal elections.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (12)
John Ratcliffe (R)*,
Ben Cline (R),
Steve Cohen (D),
Doug Collins (R),
Jim Cooper (D),
Matt Gaetz (R),
Jim Himes (D),
Ro Khanna (D),
Katie Porter (D),
Guy Reschenthaler (R),
Kathleen Rice (D),
Greg Steube (R),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 06/28/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/3238/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3238/BILLS-116hr3238ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3238/BILLS-116hr3238ih.pdf.pdf |
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