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Penalties for Presidential Interference in Electoral Vote Count

This act introduces new rules to prevent the President from interfering with the counting of votes in presidential elections. Citizens can be assured that their votes will be counted lawfully, and any attempts at manipulation will be penalized. This aims to strengthen trust in the integrity of elections.
Key points
The act prohibits the President from obstructing the certification of electoral votes by Congress.
The President is forbidden from pressuring the Vice President or other officials to alter election results or spread false claims.
Violations of these rules by the President can result in fines or imprisonment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_8277
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2022-07-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Conspiracy to Obstruct the Electoral Count Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8277.

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 2022-07-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act prohibits the President from obstructing the certification of electoral votes by Congress.
  • The President is forbidden from pressuring the Vice President or other officials to alter election results or spread false claims.
  • Violations of these rules by the President can result in fines or imprisonment.
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. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15].

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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