Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HR1425

Introduced
9/6/24  

Caption

Reaffirming the House of Representatives's commitment to ensuring secure elections throughout the United States by recognizing that the presentation of valid photograph identification is a fundamental component of secure elections.

Impact

The introduction of HR1425 could prompt legislative changes at both state and federal levels to reinforce photo identification requirements for voters. If adopted, this resolution could lead to a nationwide standard that would require all states to implement stricter identification policies related to voting. By emphasizing the necessity for photo ID, the resolution seeks to unify election integrity standards, potentially influencing how states administer their voting processes and how they handle absentee ballots. It also aims to provide a framework for increasing public confidence in the electoral system.

Summary

HR1425 is a resolution reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to ensure secure elections across the United States by emphasizing the importance of valid photograph identification in the voting process. The resolution outlines that secure elections are a crucial component of maintaining public trust in the democratic process. It seeks to address concerns over election security, particularly regarding absentee and mail-in voting systems that lack robust identification verification procedures. The resolution asserts that ensuring identity verification through photo ID is vital to the integrity of elections and the preservation of the Republic's values.

Contention

Notably, HR1425 may provoke debate over the accessibility and fairness of voting processes. Critics may argue that stringent photo ID requirements can disenfranchise certain groups of voters, particularly minorities, the elderly, and low-income individuals who may lack access to these forms of identification. The resolution's predominant focus on photo identification could overshadow discussions regarding other critical elements of electoral integrity, such as voter outreach and education efforts. Consequently, HR1425 might not only be a call for secure elections but also a flashpoint in ongoing discussions about voting rights and electoral reform.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US HR8

This resolution expresses that the House of Representatives (1) reaffirms and reiterates its commitment to ensuring secure elections throughout the United States, and (2) recognizes that the presentation of valid photograph identification is a fundamental component of secure elections throughout the United States.

US HR1127

Reaffirming the United States commitment to Taiwan and recognizing the 45th anniversary of the enactment of the Taiwan Relations Act.

US HB156

Securing our Elections Act of 2025This bill establishes certain photo identification requirements for voting in federal elections.Specifically, the bill prohibits a state or local election official from providing a ballot for a federal election to an individual who does not present valid photo identification.Next, the bill outlines the availability of provisional ballots and the requirements for counting those ballots. In particular, an individual who does not present a valid photo identification must be permitted to cast a provisional ballot. However, an election official may not determine that the individual is eligible under state law to vote in the election unless, not later than three days after casting the provisional ballot, the individual presents (1) the identification required, or (2) an affidavit attesting that the individual does not possess the identification because of a religious objection to being photographed.An election official may not allow for voting methods other than in-person voting unless the individual submits the ballot with (1) a copy of their photo identification, or (2) the last four digits of their Social Security number with an affidavit attesting that the individual is unable to obtain a copy of a valid photo identification after making reasonable efforts to obtain a copy. This prohibition shall not apply to overseas military voters.The bill also requires a state to provide an individual with a valid photo identification without charge if that individual presents an affidavit attesting to an inability to afford or otherwise obtain a valid photo identification.

US HR152

Reaffirming the deep and steadfast United States-Canada partnership and the ties that bind the two countries in support of economic and national security.

US HR1053

Reaffirming the deep and steadfast United States-Canada partnership and the ties that bind the two countries in support of economic and national security.

US HB154

Securing our Elections Act of 2023 This bill establishes certain photo identification requirements for voting in federal elections. Specifically, the bill prohibits a state or local election official from providing a ballot for a federal election to an individual who does not present valid photo identification. Next, the bill outlines the availability of provisional ballots and the requirements for counting those ballots. In particular, an individual who does not present a valid photo identification must be permitted to cast a provisional ballot. However, an election official may not determine that the individual is eligible under state law to vote in the election unless, not later than three days after casting the provisional ballot, the individual presents (1) the identification required, or (2) an affidavit attesting that the individual does not possess the identification because of a religious objection to being photographed. An election official may not allow for voting methods other than in-person voting unless the individual submits the ballot with (1) a copy of their photo identification, or (2) the last four digits of their Social Security number with an affidavit attesting that the individual is unable to obtain a copy of a valid photo identification after making reasonable efforts to obtain a copy. This prohibition shall not apply to overseas military voters. The bill also requires an election official to provide an individual with a valid photo identification without charge if that individual presents an affidavit attesting to an inability to afford or otherwise obtain a valid photo identification.

US SR239

A resolution reaffirming the deep and steadfast partnership between the United States and Canada and the ties that bind the 2 countries in support of economic and national security.

US HR1359

Condemning the atrocities that occurred in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 30, 1866, in which a White supremacist mob brutalized, terrorized, and killed dozens of Black Americans, and reaffirming the commitment of the House of Representatives to supporting the fundamental right to vote and to combating hatred, injustice, and White supremacy.

US HR1253

Reaffirming that the United States is not a party to the Rome Statute and does not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court.

US HR1063

Reaffirming the United States full and unwavering commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization in its 75th anniversary year and its goals of achieving collective security through transatlantic partnerships.

Similar Bills

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