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Electoral Count Reform and Presidential Transition Improvement Act.

This act aims to clarify the rules for counting electoral votes in presidential elections to prevent ambiguities and disputes. It also establishes clear guidelines for providing resources and information to presidential and vice-presidential candidates during the transition period, ensuring a smooth transfer of duties and national stability.
Key points
Establishes that electoral votes are counted based on official state certificates, preventing challenges to results.
Limits the Vice President's role during vote counting to ceremonial duties, preventing unilateral rejection of votes.
Requires significant congressional support for objections to electoral votes, making it harder to block results.
Ensures access to resources and information for all "apparent successful candidates" until a single official winner is determined, streamlining the transition process.
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Print number: 117_HR_8824
Sponsor: Rep. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5]
Process start date: 2022-09-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Electoral Count Reform and Presidential Transition Improvement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8824.

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 2022-09-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes that electoral votes are counted based on official state certificates, preventing challenges to results.
  • Limits the Vice President's role during vote counting to ceremonial duties, preventing unilateral rejection of votes.
  • Requires significant congressional support for objections to electoral votes, making it harder to block results.
  • Ensures access to resources and information for all "apparent successful candidates" until a single official winner is determined, streamlining the transition process.
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. Gottheimer, Josh [D-NJ-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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