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Promoting Global Democracy: Electoral Exchange Program

This act aims to promote fair and secure elections worldwide through knowledge exchange. US citizens will not experience direct changes, but the act supports international stability, indirectly impacting security and economic opportunities.
Key points
Establishes a program for exchanging best election practices, including cybersecurity and data transparency.
Allows foreign election officials to study the US electoral system and sends US experts abroad.
Authorizes $5 million annually for this purpose from 2022 to 2026.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1488
Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
Process start date: 2021-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Global Electoral Exchange Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1488.

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 2021-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a program for exchanging best election practices, including cybersecurity and data transparency.
  • Allows foreign election officials to study the US electoral system and sends US experts abroad.
  • Authorizes $5 million annually for this purpose from 2022 to 2026.
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. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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