Bills · HR 2803
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2803Government Operations and Politics
Protecting Election Administration from Interference Act of 2025
INTRO APR 9· LAST ACTION APR 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly addresses widespread concerns about election integrity and security, which have been significant public issues in recent years. If passed, it would modernize federal election law to properly account for electronic records and voting equipment, which are central to contemporary elections. This could help prevent the destruction or alteration of critical election data and hardware, potentially increasing public confidence in the accuracy and fairness of election outcomes.
Without this bill, existing laws might not adequately cover the specific vulnerabilities of electronic records or modern equipment, and there would be fewer explicit protections for the individuals performing the sensitive work of counting and certifying votes. This could leave elections more susceptible to interference, threats, and errors, further eroding public trust in democratic processes. The bill's provisions for federal guidance and judicial review could also lead to more consistent and robust election administration practices nationwide.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the definition of protected election materials to include electronic records and election equipment, alongside traditional paper records.
This ensures that modern election technology and data are safeguarded under federal law, not just physical documents.
PROVISION 02
Establishes that the paper record of a voter's cast ballot remains the official record for vote verification.
This provides a clear, auditable standard for validating votes, enhancing transparency and trust in election results.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to issue guidance on minimum standards and best practices for preserving election records and equipment.
This provision aims to create national standards for securing election materials, promoting consistency and robustness across states.
PROVISION 04
Increases penalties for election officials who destroy, alter, or mishandle election records or equipment, including those who act with reckless disregard.
This strengthens accountability for individuals responsible for maintaining the integrity of election materials.
PROVISION 05
Makes it a specific criminal offense to intimidate or threaten individuals involved in processing, tabulating, canvassing, or certifying election results.
This protects election workers from harassment and coercion, enabling them to perform their crucial duties without undue influence.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSAPR 9
Introduced in House
APR 9
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on House Administration, 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.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2803
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 9, 2025
Last actionApr 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 9, 2025
House BillHR 2803Government Operations and Politics
Protecting Election Administration from Interference Act of 2025
INTRODUCED APR 9, 2025· LAST ACTION APR 9, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
5
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