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Civic Corps Program: Supporting Elections and Civic Education

This act establishes a pilot Civic Corps program aimed at supporting local election officials and enhancing civic education. Citizens may experience improvements in the efficiency of election administration and access to educational materials on civic rights and responsibilities, particularly for students.
Key points
Support for Election Officials: The program will assist state, local, and tribal election officials in conducting elections more efficiently.
Improved Civic Education: Program activities will include enhancing voter and civics education, including for elementary and secondary school students.
Prohibition of Political Activities: The program is barred from engaging in partisan political activities, lobbying, or voter registration drives, ensuring its neutrality.
Pilot Program: The Civic Corps will operate for a 5-year pilot period, allowing for evaluation of its effectiveness.
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Print number: 118_HR_5724
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2023-09-26