arrow_back Back to App

Federal Election Funds Tied to Odd-Year Local Elections.

This new act aims to encourage states to allow local governments to hold elections in odd-numbered years. States that do not implement such laws will lose access to federal funds for election administration. This is intended to help citizens focus on local issues and make more informed voting decisions.
Key points
States not permitting odd-year local elections will lose federal election administration funds starting from fiscal year 2026.
The goal is to increase focus on local candidates and issues, helping citizens make more informed choices.
The act seeks to prevent ballot overcrowding in even-numbered years when federal and state elections also occur.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_10524
Sponsor: Rep. D'Esposito, Anthony [R-NY-4]
Process start date: 2024-12-19
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

POLE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10524.

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 2024-12-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States not permitting odd-year local elections will lose federal election administration funds starting from fiscal year 2026.
  • The goal is to increase focus on local candidates and issues, helping citizens make more informed choices.
  • The act seeks to prevent ballot overcrowding in even-numbered years when federal and state elections also occur.
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. D'Esposito, Anthony [R-NY-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

CATEGORIES

Local Government Courts and Law