Virginia House Bill HB2395

Virginia 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/8/25
• Refer: 1/8/25

Caption

Voter registration; exchange of registered voter lists with other states.

Impact

The bill allows for a more systematic approach to managing voter registrations by enabling data comparisons with other states. By addressing duplicate registrations and identifying individuals who no longer reside in the Commonwealth, HB2395 seeks to maintain the overall accuracy of the voter registration system. This could potentially lead to a more streamlined voting process and greater public confidence in the electoral system due to the reduced possibility of voter fraud or inaccuracies in the voter rolls.

Summary

House Bill 2395 aims to enhance the integrity and accuracy of the voter registration system in Virginia by facilitating the exchange of registered voter lists with bordering states. This bill mandates the Virginia Department of Elections to obtain voter registration information and lists of voters who participated in primaries and elections from neighboring states. The goal is to identify and eliminate duplicate registrations and ensure that only eligible voters are maintained on the state's voter rolls.

Contention

As with many voting-related measures, HB2395 may face discussions regarding the potential implications for voter privacy and the administrative burdens it may impose on the Department of Elections. Critics may express concern about how the data will be used and protected, while supporters emphasize the importance of ensuring a clean and reliable voter registry. The bill includes provisions that require transparency by mandating the Department to post a list of states with which they exchange data on their official website, aiming to address any concerns over transparency and public trust.