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Voting Access Act: Shorter Waits, Better Polling Place Accessibility

This bill aims to reduce voting wait times to a maximum of 30 minutes and improve polling place accessibility. It introduces new standards for the number and placement of polling places, considering the needs of people with disabilities and those using public transportation. Additionally, it mandates studies on misidentification of political party registration and voter list purges to prevent irregularities.
Key points
Maximum 30-minute wait time to cast a vote, except in emergencies.
Polling places will be more accessible for voters with disabilities and public transport users.
More polling places based on population and linguistic preferences.
Studies on voter registration errors and list purges, with recommendations for improvements.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1343
Sponsor: Rep. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3]
Process start date: 2021-02-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Voting Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1343.

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 2021-02-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Maximum 30-minute wait time to cast a vote, except in emergencies.
  • Polling places will be more accessible for voters with disabilities and public transport users.
  • More polling places based on population and linguistic preferences.
  • Studies on voter registration errors and list purges, with recommendations for improvements.
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. Grijalva, Raúl M. [D-AZ-3].

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 2025-12-27.

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