arrow_back Back to App

Paid Time Off to Vote in Federal Elections

This new law grants employees a minimum of two hours of paid leave to vote in federal elections. This means citizens can cast their ballots without losing pay, making it easier to participate in the democratic process. Employers must provide this time off, and any interference or discrimination is prohibited.
Key points
Employees are entitled to at least 2 hours of paid leave to vote in federal elections.
Leave can be taken on election day or during early voting, as per state law.
Employers cannot interfere with this right or discriminate against employees for taking leave.
Violations can result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.
The law applies to employers with 25 or more employees.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4908
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Process start date: 2025-08-05
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

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 119_HR_4908.

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 2025-08-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Employees are entitled to at least 2 hours of paid leave to vote in federal elections.
  • Leave can be taken on election day or during early voting, as per state law.
  • Employers cannot interfere with this right or discriminate against employees for taking leave.
  • Violations can result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.
  • The law applies to employers with 25 or more employees.
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. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Labor Courts and Law