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Election Security: New Rules and Grant Review

This bill aims to enhance election security by reviewing how election security funds were used in 2020. It also introduces stricter new rules for states seeking future grants, focusing on voter identity verification and limiting unsolicited mail-in ballots. Citizens may experience changes in mail-in voting procedures and overall election processes.
Key points
Requires a report on the 2020 Presidential election, analyzing mail-in voting and procedural changes.
Temporarily suspends federal election security grants until July 2022.
Establishes new conditions for future grants, requiring states to codify voter ID verification for mail-in ballots and restrict unsolicited mail-in ballots.
Prohibits the use of federal funds for election procedures not explicitly set forth in state statute.
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Print number: 117_S_519
Sponsor: Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Process start date: 2021-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting the Right to Organized, Transparent Elections through a Constitutionally Trustworthy Electoral College Act (PROTECT Electoral College Act)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_519.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires a report on the 2020 Presidential election, analyzing mail-in voting and procedural changes.
  • Temporarily suspends federal election security grants until July 2022.
  • Establishes new conditions for future grants, requiring states to codify voter ID verification for mail-in ballots and restrict unsolicited mail-in ballots.
  • Prohibits the use of federal funds for election procedures not explicitly set forth in state statute.
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 Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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