Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB5290

Introduced
8/25/23  

Caption

Voters on the Move Registration Act of 2023

Impact

If enacted, HB5290 would significantly impact federal housing programs by mandating that public housing agencies and federally backed mortgage lenders include standardized voter registration information in their communications. This measure is designed to ensure that potential voters who depend on federal rental assistance are not excluded from civic participation due to a lack of awareness about their voting rights. The inclusion of a 'uniform statement' detailing the voting registration process will serve to educate and empower those in vulnerable housing situations, aiming to increase overall voter turnout in these communities.

Summary

House Bill 5290, known as the 'Voters on the Move Registration Act of 2023', aims to facilitate voter registration for individuals receiving federally assisted housing or mortgage services by requiring relevant agencies to provide voter registration information alongside specific lease agreements and mortgage applications. The bill endeavors to enhance civic engagement by ensuring that renters and homeowners are better informed about their voting rights and registration processes at critical junctures in housing transactions. This proactive approach underscores the importance of linking housing stability with participation in the democratic process.

Contention

While the bill is largely supported for its intent to boost voter registration among marginalized groups, there are concerns regarding its implementation. Critics argue that the additional administrative burden placed on housing agencies and lenders could complicate existing processes, potentially leading to delays in housing assistance or mortgage approvals. Some legislators express caution, highlighting the need for sufficient funding and resources to ensure that these organizations can comply with the new requirements without negatively affecting service delivery.

Companion Bills

US HB11

Related 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 SB2344

Related 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 SB1

Related 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.

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