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Federal Election Ballots Must Be Received By Election Day Deadline.

This bill establishes a strict deadline for counting ballots in federal elections. Citizens must ensure their ballot reaches election officials no later than midnight on Election Day, as votes received after this time will not be counted. This change requires voters to mail their ballots earlier to meet the new arrival deadline.
Key points
Ballots for federal office must be received by election officials before 12:01 a.m. on the day after the election to be counted.
Ballots arriving after this deadline will be rejected, emphasizing the need for timely submission by voters.
Active military personnel and overseas citizens are exempt from this strict deadline.
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Print number: 117_HR_1293
Sponsor: Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1]
Process start date: 2021-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to prohibit a State from counting a ballot cast in an election for Federal office which is received by the State after the date of the election.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1293.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ballots for federal office must be received by election officials before 12:01 a.m. on the day after the election to be counted.
  • Ballots arriving after this deadline will be rejected, emphasizing the need for timely submission by voters.
  • Active military personnel and overseas citizens are exempt from this strict deadline.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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