Bill · H.R. 8130· House(119-HR-8130)
Filer Voter Act
- Introduced
- 3/26/2026
- Last activity
- 3/26/2026 — Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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
- Bonnie Watson Coleman
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Tax Filer Voter Registration Act," seeks to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. It designates certain tax return preparers as voter registration agencies for the purpose of distributing voter registration forms. These preparers can meet requirements by displaying physical forms in their offices or providing online hyperlinks to registration forms or websites. The law excludes certain smaller-scale preparers who prepare fewer than 100 returns. Additionally, the Secretary of the Treasury is tasked with providing guidance and updating specific sheets used by certified volunteer tax preparers.
Yes· 3 of 30
Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice?+8
Expands access to voter registration forms through both in-person and online tax preparation services.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
Specifically targets the Tax Counseling for the Elderly Program to help seniors register.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
Increases registration access through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased accessibility to registration forms via in-person services: Tax return preparers who meet customers in person can display mail voter registration application forms in a visible and accessible manner (Section 2(a)(1)(2)(A)).
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Increased accessibility to registration forms via online services: Preparers who provide services online can provide a prominent hyperlink to a mail voter registration application form or an official election website (Section 2(a)(1)(2)(B)).
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Specific outreach for volunteer tax programs: Certified volunteer tax preparers receiving certain federal funding will have updated intake and interview sheets that include a question asking if the individual wants to receive a form to register to vote or update their information (Section 2(b)(2)).
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Improved visibility at volunteer sites: Requirements for quality sites for funded volunteer tax preparers will be revised to include a mandate that sites clearly and prominently display voter registration application forms (Section 2(b)(3)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are identified within the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
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- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+7Good For Retirees+7Good For Seniors+7Good For African Americans+5Good For Asian Americans+5Good For Billionaires+5Good For Farmers+5Good For High Income Households+5Good For High Net Worth Individuals+5Good For Hispanic Americans+5Good For L G B T Q Community+5Good For Men+5Good For Middle Aged+5Good For Middle Class Households+5Good For Native Americans+5Good For People With Disabilities+5Good For Rural Residents+5Good For Students+5Good For Ultra High Net Worth Individuals+5Good For Union Workers+5Good For Urban Residents+5Good For Veterans+5Good For White Americans+5Good For Women+5Good For Young Adults+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Voting Access+8Improves Voting Rights+6Improves Poverty Reduction+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Electoral Process+5Increases Federal Power+2
- 4/14/2026
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 3/26/2026
- Referred to the Committee on House Administration, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormickDemocrat · Florida
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Greg LandsmanDemocrat · Ohio
Paul TonkoDemocrat · New York
Rashida TlaibDemocrat · Michigan