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National Debt Information Required on Federal Election Ballots.

This law mandates that every ballot used for federal elections must include a statement detailing the total gross Federal debt. Citizens will see the official debt figures for the three most recent fiscal years, aiming to increase financial awareness when choosing federal representatives. This change adds economic data to the ballot without altering the voting process itself.
Key points
Federal election ballots must now display the total gross national debt.
The debt figures must cover the three most recent fiscal years, as calculated by the Treasury Secretary.
This change applies to all elections for Federal office, starting from the date the law is enacted.
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Print number: 118_HR_9504
Sponsor: Rep. Lopez, Greg [R-CO-4]
Process start date: 2024-09-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to require information on the national debt to be included on ballots in elections for Federal office, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9504.

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 2024-09-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal election ballots must now display the total gross national debt.
  • The debt figures must cover the three most recent fiscal years, as calculated by the Treasury Secretary.
  • This change applies to all elections for Federal office, starting from the date the law is enacted.
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. Lopez, Greg [R-CO-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 2025-12-26.

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