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Easier Voting: Secure Drop Boxes for Absentee Ballots

This new law aims to make it easier to cast absentee ballots in federal elections. It mandates the provision of secure drop boxes for voted absentee ballots in every county, available for 45 days before the election. This is intended to increase accessibility and convenience for all citizens, including those with disabilities and language barriers.
Key points
Secure, clearly labeled drop boxes for voted absentee ballots will be provided in every county.
Drop boxes will be available for 45 days before federal elections, until polls close.
Accessibility for individuals with disabilities and those with limited English proficiency will be ensured.
The number of drop boxes will depend on the number of registered voters in a county, with a minimum of one.
Drop box locations will be chosen to be accessible to all, including rural communities and Tribal lands, considering public transportation.
Information on ballot validity requirements will be posted at each drop box.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_776
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Dropbox Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_776.

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:

  • Secure, clearly labeled drop boxes for voted absentee ballots will be provided in every county.
  • Drop boxes will be available for 45 days before federal elections, until polls close.
  • Accessibility for individuals with disabilities and those with limited English proficiency will be ensured.
  • The number of drop boxes will depend on the number of registered voters in a county, with a minimum of one.
  • Drop box locations will be chosen to be accessible to all, including rural communities and Tribal lands, considering public transportation.
  • Information on ballot validity requirements will be posted at each drop box.
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 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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