Bill > HR2694

This bill amends the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to establish new nationwide deadlines for states' ballot counting and election certification processes for federal elections. Specifically, states would be required to count at least 90% of ballots within 72 hours after polls close and complete the full ballot count and officially certify election results within two weeks. The bill includes several exceptions for non-compliance, such as major disasters (like natural catastrophes or pandemics), technical difficulties, implementation of new election procedures, or ongoing recounts. If a state fails to meet these requirements and cannot provide a satisfactory compliance plan, they may be ineligible to receive federal election administration funds. The bill also includes provisions for the Election Assistance Commission and the Attorney General to certify legitimate reasons for delay. These new requirements would take effect 90 days after the bill's enactment, giving states time to prepare for the new deadlines. The overall goal appears to be improving election result transparency, efficiency, and timely reporting while allowing flexibility for extraordinary circumstances.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2694/all-info