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Easier Voting Access for Military Members and Overseas Citizens.

This Act streamlines the voting process for military personnel and their families, especially those serving abroad. It mandates offering voter registration at the time of enlistment and allows service members to use a single application to receive absentee ballots for all subsequent federal elections. Furthermore, states are required to prioritize electronic transmission of ballots to ensure timely delivery and maximize participation.
Key points
New service members are offered voter registration forms immediately upon enlisting or commissioning into the Armed Forces.
Military and overseas voters can use one application to request absentee ballots for all subsequent federal elections, simplifying the long-term voting process.
States must transmit absentee ballots electronically if the voter does not specify a preference, speeding up delivery for those serving far from home.
The Department of Defense must ensure state election officials receive timely updates regarding military voters' current mailing addresses and service status.
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Print number: 118_HR_10064
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2024-10-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military VOTE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10064.

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 2024-10-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New service members are offered voter registration forms immediately upon enlisting or commissioning into the Armed Forces.
  • Military and overseas voters can use one application to request absentee ballots for all subsequent federal elections, simplifying the long-term voting process.
  • States must transmit absentee ballots electronically if the voter does not specify a preference, speeding up delivery for those serving far from home.
  • The Department of Defense must ensure state election officials receive timely updates regarding military voters' current mailing addresses and service status.
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. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

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 2025-12-30.

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