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Mandatory Federal Voting: New Rules and Consequences

This new act introduces a requirement for citizens to vote in all regular federal elections. Those who do not vote without a valid reason may face a fine, but exceptions and waivers are provided. The aim is to increase voter turnout.
Key points
All eligible citizens are required to vote in every regularly scheduled federal general election, starting November 2024.
Failure to vote without a valid reason may result in a $20 civil penalty, but the first violation will only result in a warning.
Valid reasons for not voting include inability to register, emergencies, sincerely held religious/personal beliefs, or unawareness of eligibility.
Individuals unable to afford the penalty can receive a waiver or complete one hour of community service.
Information provided for not voting cannot be shared with law enforcement or used for additional penalties.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7536
Sponsor: Rep. Larson, John B. [D-CT-1]
Process start date: 2022-04-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Civic Duty to Vote Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7536.

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 2022-04-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All eligible citizens are required to vote in every regularly scheduled federal general election, starting November 2024.
  • Failure to vote without a valid reason may result in a $20 civil penalty, but the first violation will only result in a warning.
  • Valid reasons for not voting include inability to register, emergencies, sincerely held religious/personal beliefs, or unawareness of eligibility.
  • Individuals unable to afford the penalty can receive a waiver or complete one hour of community service.
  • Information provided for not voting cannot be shared with law enforcement or used for additional penalties.
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. Larson, John B. [D-CT-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 2025-12-28.

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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