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Paid Time Off to Vote in Federal Elections Act

This bill mandates that employers provide employees with a minimum of two consecutive hours of paid leave to vote in Federal elections, return a ballot, or perform other voting-related activities. Employers with 25 or more employees must comply, ensuring workers can participate in democracy without losing pay or employment benefits. The law takes effect starting with the first Federal election after its enactment.
Key points
Guarantees a minimum of 2 consecutive hours of paid leave for employees to vote in Federal elections.
Employers (with 25+ employees) can specify the hours for the leave, potentially requiring it during early voting periods.
Taking this leave cannot result in the loss of any accrued employment benefits.
Employers who interfere with this right face civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.
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Print number: 118_S_3901
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2024-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Time Off to Vote Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3901.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Guarantees a minimum of 2 consecutive hours of paid leave for employees to vote in Federal elections.
  • Employers (with 25+ employees) can specify the hours for the leave, potentially requiring it during early voting periods.
  • Taking this leave cannot result in the loss of any accrued employment benefits.
  • Employers who interfere with this right face civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.
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. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

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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