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Protecting Election Workers and Voters: New Federal Election Security Rules.

This act introduces new rules to protect federal election workers and voters. It increases penalties for harassing election workers and makes it harder to remove local election administrators without proper cause. Additionally, it sets limits on challenging voter eligibility to ensure smoother voting processes.
Key points
Harassing election workers (officials, poll workers, volunteers) becomes a federal crime, punishable by up to $100,000 fine or 5 years in prison.
Local election administrators can only be removed for specific reasons (inefficiency, neglect of duty, malfeasance), protecting them from political pressure.
Citizens can challenge voter eligibility only based on personal knowledge and under oath, and such challenges cannot be made on Election Day or shortly before, unless for newly registered voters.
Poll observers must maintain at least 8 feet (about 2.4 meters) distance from voters and ballots at polling locations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4064
Sponsor: Rep. Sarbanes, John P. [D-MD-3]
Process start date: 2021-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Election Subversion Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4064.

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 2021-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Harassing election workers (officials, poll workers, volunteers) becomes a federal crime, punishable by up to $100,000 fine or 5 years in prison.
  • Local election administrators can only be removed for specific reasons (inefficiency, neglect of duty, malfeasance), protecting them from political pressure.
  • Citizens can challenge voter eligibility only based on personal knowledge and under oath, and such challenges cannot be made on Election Day or shortly before, unless for newly registered voters.
  • Poll observers must maintain at least 8 feet (about 2.4 meters) distance from voters and ballots at polling locations.
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. Sarbanes, John P. [D-MD-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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