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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This resolution urges Congress to make Election Day, which occurs each year on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in the month of November, as a federal holiday in the United States. Voting is the most important civic duty granted to the public by the United States Constitution. By voting, the public is able to express their choice for who represents the country as public officials and lawmakers and for important public policy decisions. However, it is essential to increase voter participation and turnout in order to ensure elections are truly representative of the public. Designating Election Day as a federal holiday in the United States would increase voter turnout by easing some of the obstacles deterring voters and ensuring greater voter flexibility. In addition, it would emphasize to the public that the election process, and each vote, matters. For these reasons, Congress is urged to make Election Day a federal holiday in the United States.
AI Summary
This resolution urges Congress to designate Election Day, the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November, as a federal holiday in the United States to encourage greater voter participation. The resolution highlights that voting is a fundamental civic duty and a critical aspect of democracy, allowing citizens to elect representatives and influence public policy. It notes that many eligible voters are deterred from voting due to scheduling conflicts with work or school, and that several states and other countries with weekend voting have higher turnout rates. Making Election Day a federal holiday would provide voters with more flexibility, ease obstacles to voting, and potentially lead to smoother operations at polling places by distributing voters more evenly throughout the day, ultimately making elections more representative of the nation's communities.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/SR74 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/SR/74_I1.HTM |
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