FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8825.
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 2024-06-25.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- New rules that make voting in federal elections harder are prohibited unless the government proves they are absolutely necessary and the least restrictive way to achieve an important goal.
- The law defines two types of prohibited actions: diminishing the ability to vote (retrogression) and substantially impairing the ability to vote.
- Citizens can sue governments in federal court to challenge restrictive voting rules and may recover attorney's fees if successful.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12].
What is the latest detailed status?
The latest detailed status is: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4561)
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.