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US HR4523

US HR4523
American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Ballot Security Act


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Introduced
07/10/2023
In Committee
07/10/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to establish certain requirements with respect to use of drop boxes for a District of Columbia election, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the "American Confidence in Elections: District of Columbia Ballot Security Act," amends the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to establish certain requirements for the use of drop boxes in District of Columbia elections. The key provisions are: (1) any drop boxes used must be located inside a District of Columbia government building or facility, (2) the District must provide 24-hour surveillance of the drop boxes, and (3) the District's Board of Elections must collect ballots from the drop boxes each day after 5 PM during the election period. The bill defines a "District of Columbia election" as any election, including federal, state, or local, as well as any ballot initiative or referendum, held in the District of Columbia.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (on 07/10/2023)

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