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This bill, titled the "Restoring Faith in Elections Act," is a comprehensive election reform legislation that aims to enhance election integrity, security, and voter access through multiple key provisions. The bill establishes federal standards for mail-in ballots, including specific requirements for ballot requests, signature verification, and submission deadlines, and limits who can possess or return another person's mail-in ballot. It introduces automatic voter registration nationwide, requiring government agencies to electronically transfer eligible individuals' information to election officials for voter registration, with protections for individuals' privacy and safeguards against unintended registration. The legislation also promotes standardized election administration by requiring states to treat all voting methods equally, use uniform procedures across jurisdictions, and establish a National Deconfliction Voting Database to help states maintain accurate voter rolls by identifying duplicate registrations, removing deceased voters, and ensuring only citizens are registered. Additionally, the bill requires motor vehicle departments to help verify voter residency when individuals apply for licenses in a new state. The bill is designed to modernize voter registration processes, increase accessibility, and strengthen election security through consistent national standards, with most provisions set to take effect in January 2027.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/160/all-info