Pre-Registration for Voters Starting at Age 16 and Grants for Youth Civic Engagement.
This Act mandates states to implement a process allowing individuals aged 16 and older to pre-register to vote in federal elections. This ensures that young citizens are automatically registered to vote upon turning 18, simplifying their participation in the electoral process. Additionally, the law authorizes $25 million in grants to states to boost youth involvement in election activities and civic education in secondary schools.
Key points
Voter Pre-Registration: States must allow residents who are 16 years of age or older to apply to register to vote in federal elections.
Automatic Registration: Pre-registered individuals will be automatically registered to vote on or after their 18th birthday.
Civic Engagement Grants: Authorizes $25 million for grants to states to promote the pre-registration process and increase the involvement of minors in public election activities, including curriculum changes in secondary schools.
Status:
Expired
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