Easier Voting for Unhoused Individuals: New Rules and Support.
This act aims to remove barriers preventing unhoused individuals from registering and voting in federal elections. It introduces new rules for identification and residency documents, improves access to ballot drop boxes, and provides financial support for programs assisting unhoused individuals in exercising their right to vote. This will enable more citizens to participate in the democratic process.
Key points
Easier Registration: Unhoused individuals can use shelters or even street locations as their address for registration, and provide written attestations of residence under penalty of perjury.
Acceptance of Various Documents: Identification documents issued by the criminal justice system, such as from correctional facilities or probation officers, will be accepted.
Improved Voting Access: Homeless shelters will become voter registration agencies, and voting information will be easily accessible online and at shelters.
Financial Support: Grants will be available to states and local governments for programs facilitating unhoused individuals' participation in elections, including mobile voting centers.
Status:
Introduced
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