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Federal Funding and Support for States Adopting Ranked Choice Voting

This bill establishes a new federal program providing financial and technical assistance to state and local governments that choose to transition to a Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) system. If adopted locally, citizens would rank candidates by preference, ensuring the winner secures a majority of the final votes. The program aims to cover costs like new equipment and voter outreach.
Key points
Authorizes $40 million in federal grants to help local governments purchase new voting equipment and software necessary for RCV implementation.
Provides technical support for voter education and designing new ballots in jurisdictions that adopt the ranking system.
RCV allows citizens to rank candidates, with votes counted in rounds to eliminate the lowest-ranked options until a majority winner is determined.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3313
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2023-11-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Voter Choice Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3313.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $40 million in federal grants to help local governments purchase new voting equipment and software necessary for RCV implementation.
  • Provides technical support for voter education and designing new ballots in jurisdictions that adopt the ranking system.
  • RCV allows citizens to rank candidates, with votes counted in rounds to eliminate the lowest-ranked options until a majority winner is determined.
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 Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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