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Act preventing presidential election interference by officials

This act aims to ensure the President, Vice President, and other government officials cannot use their position to influence elections. It introduces clear rules and increases penalties to protect the integrity of the electoral process, directly impacting citizens' trust in election outcomes.
Key points
The President and Vice President are included in rules prohibiting officials from influencing elections.
The maximum prison sentence for violating these rules increases from 1 year to 3 years.
The President and Vice President are included in rules prohibiting coercion of political activity.
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Print number: 117_HR_5076
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-08-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Presidential Election Interference Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5076.

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 2021-08-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The President and Vice President are included in rules prohibiting officials from influencing elections.
  • The maximum prison sentence for violating these rules increases from 1 year to 3 years.
  • The President and Vice President are included in rules prohibiting coercion of political activity.
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. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

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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