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Voting Assistance for Federal Inmates

This bill aims to make it easier for inmates in federal prisons to access voting information. If their home state allows them to vote while incarcerated, they will receive instructions on voter registration and absentee ballots. This ensures that citizens who are eligible to vote can exercise their right, even while in custody.
Key points
Inmates will receive information on voter registration and absentee ballots if their state allows them to vote.
Information will be available in facilities, on the Bureau of Prisons website, and through Re-entry Affairs Coordinators.
Support for voter registration will be provided to inmates with disabilities, and information will be in English and Spanish where available from the state.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6924
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2024-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Bureau of Prisons Voting Assistance Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6924.

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 2024-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Inmates will receive information on voter registration and absentee ballots if their state allows them to vote.
  • Information will be available in facilities, on the Bureau of Prisons website, and through Re-entry Affairs Coordinators.
  • Support for voter registration will be provided to inmates with disabilities, and information will be in English and Spanish where available from the state.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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