OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Presidential Election Reform Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8873.
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 2022-09-19.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- The Vice President's role in counting electoral votes is purely ceremonial, with no power to alter results.
- Provisions allow for extending voting time in cases of natural disasters or acts of terrorism that prevent a substantial portion of voters from casting ballots.
- Clear procedures are established for the certification of electoral votes by state governors and the U.S. Archivist, with judicial enforcement mechanisms.
- Requirements for objecting to electoral votes in Congress are increased, demanding support from at least one-third of both chambers.
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:
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Where is the official voting record?
The official roll call vote is recorded at:
voting record
Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-19].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 229 - 203 (Roll No. 449). (text: CR H8032-8036)
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.