Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB3072

Introduced
5/2/23  

Caption

Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

Impact

The bill intends to modify existing practices surrounding voter registration by restricting federal involvement. By affirming that government resources should not facilitate voter registration activities by external organizations, it could significantly alter how communities access voter registration services. This legislation may lead to reduced support for voter outreach programs, possibly affecting turnout and participation rates among voters who rely on such services for assistance in navigating the registration process.

Summary

House Bill 3072, titled the 'Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act', seeks to prohibit federal agencies from engaging in voter registration or mobilization efforts through agreements with nongovernmental organizations. The bill explicitly prevents agencies from using their funds to support these activities on their property or websites, thereby limiting the role that federal resources can play in promoting voter engagement. This legislation aims to ensure that federal agencies remain neutral and do not partake in activities that may influence electoral processes.

Contention

Discussion and opinions surrounding HB 3072 are likely to be divided along partisan lines. Supporters argue that the bill preserves the integrity of federal agencies by preventing them from becoming involved in politically charged activities. Critics, however, might view this restriction as an obstruction to promoting democratic participation, especially among groups that face barriers to voter registration. The potential impacts of this bill raise concerns about accessibility and equity in the electoral process, suggesting a need for careful consideration of the balance between regulation and facilitation of voting rights.

Companion Bills

US SB1398

Same As Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

US HB4563

Similar To ACE Act End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023 Solving an Overlooked Loophole in Votes for Executives (SOLVE) Act Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act Don't Weaponize the IRS Act American Confidence in Elections Act

US HB4494

Related Ensuring Faith in Our Elections Act Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act Solving an Overlooked Loophole in Votes for Executives (SOLVE) Act

US HB4500

Related Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

Previously Filed As

US SB1398

Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

US HB4500

Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act

US HB6493

Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act of 2023

US HB4494

Ensuring Faith in Our Elections Act Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act Solving an Overlooked Loophole in Votes for Executives (SOLVE) Act

US HB4563

ACE Act End Zuckerbucks Act of 2023 Solving an Overlooked Loophole in Votes for Executives (SOLVE) Act Promoting Free and Fair Elections Act Don't Weaponize the IRS Act American Confidence in Elections Act

US HB5294

Unhoused Voter Opportunity Through Elections Act

US HB11

Freedom to Vote Act This bill addresses voter registration and voting access, election integrity and security, redistricting, and campaign finance. Specifically, the bill expands voter registration (e.g., automatic and same-day registration) and voting access (e.g., vote-by-mail and early voting). It also limits removing voters from voter rolls. Next, the bill establishes Election Day as a federal holiday. The bill declares that the right of a U.S. citizen to vote in any election for federal office shall not be denied or abridged because that individual has been convicted of a criminal offense unless, at the time of the election, such individual is serving a felony sentence. The bill establishes certain federal criminal offenses related to voting. In particular, the bill establishes a new criminal offense for conduct (or attempted conduct) to corruptly hinder, interfere with, or prevent another person from registering to vote or helping someone register to vote. Additionally, the bill sets forth provisions related to election security, including by requiring states to conduct post-election audits for federal elections. The bill outlines criteria for congressional redistricting and generally prohibits mid-decade redistricting. The bill addresses campaign finance, including by expanding the prohibition on campaign spending by foreign nationals, requiring additional disclosure of campaign-related fundraising and spending, requiring additional disclaimers regarding certain political advertising, and establishing an alternative campaign funding system for certain federal offices.

US HB2697

Fairness to Freedom Act of 2023

US SB2344

Freedom to Vote Act Voters’ Access to Water Act Right to Vote Act Automatic Voter Registration Act of 2023 Help America Run Act Government By the People Act of 2023 Restoring Integrity to America’s Elections Act Stop Super PAC–Candidate Coordination Act Spotlight Act Honest Ads Act DISCLOSE Act of 2023 Democracy Is Strengthened by Casting Light On Spending in Elections Act of 2023 Voter Confidence and Increased Accessibility Act of 2023 Deceptive Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Act of 2023 Democracy Restoration Act of 2023 Voter Registration Modernization Act of 2023 Voter Empowerment Act of 2023

US HB4460

NO VOTE for Non-Citizens Act of 2023 Non-citizens: Outlawed from Voting in Our Trusted Elections Act of 2023

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