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Introduced
06/21/2018
06/21/2018
In Committee
06/21/2018
06/21/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
PRIDE Voting Act Protecting the Right to Independent and Democratic Elections Act This bill establishes an election security grant program under which the Department of Homeland Security awards grants to states to carry out one or more of the following activities: (1) implementing or improving the use of auditable paper ballots, (2) conducting post-election risk limiting audits, and (3) implementing cybersecurity standards and best practices developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an Election Security grant program under the Department of Homeland Security to provide funding to states for three key activities: (1) implementing or improving the use of auditable paper ballots, (2) conducting post-election risk-limiting audits, and (3) implementing cybersecurity standards and best practices developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The program is initially authorized for 5 years, with the possibility of an additional 5-year extension if deemed effective. The bill also allows states to use grant funds to employ or contract with private sector entities or individuals with expertise in information technology or cybersecurity to carry out these activities.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (on 06/21/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/senate-bill/3116/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s3116/BILLS-115s3116is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/s3116/BILLS-115s3116is.pdf.pdf |
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