Bill · H.R. 160· House(119-HR-160)
Restoring Faith in Elections Act
- Introduced
- 1/3/2025
- Last activity
- 1/3/2025 — Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Brian Fitzpatrick
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The Restoring Faith in Elections Act aims to increase election integrity and security while improving access to the ballot. The bill establishes federal standards for mail-in ballots, including specific requirements for requests, signatures, and deadlines. It mandates automatic voter registration through various contributing agencies to ensure eligible citizens are registered. Additionally, the legislation promotes standardized election administration procedures across all jurisdictions within a state. Finally, it establishes a National Deconfliction Voting Database to maintain accurate voter registration lists.
Yes· 3 of 15
Would students be better off under this?+6
The bill facilitates automatic voter registration for students through institutions of higher education.
Does this protect the right to vote?+6
The bill establishes automatic voter registration and provides for the correction of registration information at polling places.
Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+5
Automatic registration through educational institutions and other agencies facilitates easier registration for young adults.
The opposite
Would immigrants be better off under this?-2
The bill requires new driver's license applicants to attest to their residence under penalty of perjury, which may affect those in transition.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Voter Access via Automatic Registration: The bill requires states to establish automatic registration systems, transferring information from government agencies to election officials to ensure eligible citizens are registered. (Section 202)
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Standardized Mail-in Ballot Procedures: The act establishes a secure and uniform system for requesting and receiving mail-s-in ballots, including a requirement that election officials mail requested ballots within 3 days. (Section 102)
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Enhanced Accuracy of Voter Lists: By establishing a National Deconfliction Voting Database and Clearinghouse, the bill helps ensure voters are registered only in their home state and that deceased voters are removed from the rolls. (Section 401)
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Streamlined Registration Corrections: The bill allows individuals to update their address or correct information like their name or political party affiliation directly at a polling place. (Section 206)
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Consistent Election Administration: The legislation requires states to ensure that election procedures, such as the criteria for provisional ballots, are uniform across all jurisdictions within that state. (Section 302)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Ballot Possession: It will be unlawful for most people to possess or return a mail-in ballot completed by another person, with exceptions only for immediate family members or caregivers (who are limited to two such ballots). (Section 102)
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Strict Mail-in Ballot Requirements: To be counted, a mail-in ballot must be marked with blue or black ink, include a specific signed attestation, and be received by the time polls close on election day. (Section 102)
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New Requirements for Driver's License Applicants: Individuals applying for a motor vehicle driver's license in a new state must attest under penalty of perjury whether they reside or previously resided in another state and whether they intend for the current state to be their residence for voting. (Section s 403)
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+6Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Young Adults+5Good For Low Income Households+4Good For Seniors+4Good For Veterans+4Good For African Americans+3Good For Asian Americans+3Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For Retirees+3Good For White Americans+3Good For Immigrants-2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Voting Rights+6Improves Voting Access+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4
- 1/3/2025
- Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Introduced in House