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Electoral Reform: New Committee to Study Congressional Election Methods

This bill establishes a special committee to examine how citizens elect their representatives to Congress. The goal is to find better ways of voting and district allocation to make Congress more responsive to the people. This could lead to changes in how you cast your vote and how election results are counted.
Key points
Establishment of a special committee to analyze current and alternative electoral methods, such as proportional representation or ranked-choice voting.
The committee will examine how changes in the electoral system could affect Congress's effectiveness and accountability to citizens.
Potential changes in how electoral districts are drawn and the number of representatives in the House of Representatives.
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Print number: 119_HRES_20
Sponsor: Rep. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3]
Process start date: 2025-01-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Establishing the Select Committee on Electoral Reform.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HRES_20.

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 2025-01-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a special committee to analyze current and alternative electoral methods, such as proportional representation or ranked-choice voting.
  • The committee will examine how changes in the electoral system could affect Congress's effectiveness and accountability to citizens.
  • Potential changes in how electoral districts are drawn and the number of representatives in the House of Representatives.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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