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Easier Voting for People with Disabilities: New Rules and Support

This act aims to make it easier for individuals with disabilities to register and vote in federal elections. It introduces new procedures to ensure greater accessibility, including electronic and mail-in application and ballot delivery options, and expands financial support programs for states to improve election accessibility.
Key points
Individuals with disabilities will be able to register and vote by absentee ballot in federal elections, with the option to choose their preferred communication method (mail or electronically).
States must designate a single office and at least one electronic communication method for providing information and accepting applications from individuals with disabilities.
Grant programs for states have been expanded to improve the accessibility of polling places and absentee voting systems for individuals with various types of disabilities.
States can apply for a waiver from ballot transmission deadlines if facing undue hardship, provided they submit a comprehensive plan ensuring sufficient time for voting.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_775
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disability Voting Rights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_775.

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 2021-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals with disabilities will be able to register and vote by absentee ballot in federal elections, with the option to choose their preferred communication method (mail or electronically).
  • States must designate a single office and at least one electronic communication method for providing information and accepting applications from individuals with disabilities.
  • Grant programs for states have been expanded to improve the accessibility of polling places and absentee voting systems for individuals with various types of disabilities.
  • States can apply for a waiver from ballot transmission deadlines if facing undue hardship, provided they submit a comprehensive plan ensuring sufficient time for voting.
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. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5].

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 2026-01-02.

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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