Bill > S1887

This bill aims to expand vote-by-mail access and simplify voter registration processes for federal elections. The bill would require states to allow all eligible voters to vote by mail in federal elections, mandating that states mail ballots to registered voters at least two weeks before an election and ensure these ballots are accessible to individuals with disabilities. The legislation also mandates that mail-in ballots would be sent postage-free, eliminating potential financial barriers to voting. Additionally, the bill would streamline voter registration through motor vehicle authorities by implementing automatic voter registration when individuals apply for or renew a driver's license. To protect individuals, the bill includes provisions preventing prosecution or adverse immigration consequences for individuals who are automatically registered due to administrative errors. The bill cites numerous justifications for these changes, including increased voter accessibility, reduced voting costs, higher voter turnout, and minimal evidence of voter fraud in mail-in voting systems. If passed, these changes would be implemented for federal elections beginning in 2026, representing a significant reform of voting procedures at the national level.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1887/all-info