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More Languages in Elections: Easier Voting for Language Minorities

This act aims to make it easier for language minorities, including American Indians and Alaska Natives, to participate in elections. It introduces new rules for providing voting materials in their languages and offers financial support to states and regions that voluntarily provide such translations. This will ensure citizens from diverse linguistic backgrounds have better access to voting information.
Key points
More voting materials in minority languages: States and political subdivisions will be required to provide election documents, such as forms and instructions, in minority languages if they meet certain conditions.
Easier access for American Indians and Alaska Natives: For tribal languages, if a tribe determines the language is unwritten or prefers no written translation, oral instructions and assistance will suffice.
Financial support for translations: Grants will be available to states and political subdivisions that voluntarily provide voting materials in minority languages, even if not legally mandated.
Study on impact of changes: A study will be conducted to assess how lowering translation thresholds and including new languages (e.g., Arabic, French, Haitian Creole) will affect election accessibility.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5326
Sponsor: Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN]
Process start date: 2022-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expanding the VOTE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5326.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More voting materials in minority languages: States and political subdivisions will be required to provide election documents, such as forms and instructions, in minority languages if they meet certain conditions.
  • Easier access for American Indians and Alaska Natives: For tribal languages, if a tribe determines the language is unwritten or prefers no written translation, oral instructions and assistance will suffice.
  • Financial support for translations: Grants will be available to states and political subdivisions that voluntarily provide voting materials in minority languages, even if not legally mandated.
  • Study on impact of changes: A study will be conducted to assess how lowering translation thresholds and including new languages (e.g., Arabic, French, Haitian Creole) will affect election accessibility.
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. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN].

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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