Bills · HR 7182
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7182State and local government operationsInternet, web applications, social media
VOTE Act
INTRO JAN 21· LAST ACTION MAY 14
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it aims to make voting easier and prevent voter confusion, which can lead to people not casting their ballot. In many elections, polling places close or move without adequate notice, causing voters to travel to multiple locations or give up on voting. If this bill becomes law, voters would have more reliable and diverse ways to find out where to vote, such as through mail, phone, text, and clear signs at old locations.
If this bill doesn't pass, the current patchwork of state and local notification practices would continue, potentially leaving some voters uninformed about changes to their polling places. This could contribute to longer lines, disenfranchisement of voters who lack current information, and reduced voter participation, especially for those in rapidly changing areas or with less access to technology. The bill seeks to establish a consistent, minimum standard across all federal elections to address these issues.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires states to notify voters of a new assigned polling place at least 7 days before a federal election, using mail, phone, text, and email.
Ensures voters receive timely and multiple notifications, reducing confusion and the risk of missing an election due to a location change.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that general notices about polling place changes be posted on state/jurisdiction websites, social media, and on signs at the previous polling place.
Provides accessible information through multiple channels, including physical locations, for voters who might not receive direct mail or digital messages.
PROVISION 03
If a former polling place is no longer used, states must post signs there on election day and during early voting with information on alternative polling places, directions, and contact information.
Prevents voters from being stranded at outdated locations, directing them to the correct voting spot and providing necessary support.
PROVISION 04
Requires states to make "every reasonable effort" to help voters cast a ballot if they appear at a previously assigned polling place due to a late notification of a change (less than 7 days before election).
Protects voters from being disenfranchised by last-minute changes, ensuring they still have an opportunity to vote.
PROVISION 05
For jurisdictions using "vote centers" (where voters aren't assigned a specific polling place), officials must notify all eligible voters of all available locations at least 2 days before early voting begins.
Ensures voters in these systems are fully aware of all their options before voting periods commence, promoting flexibility and access.
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ACTION TIMELINE
6 EVENTSMAY 14
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
MAY 14
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.
JAN 21
Introduced in House
JAN 21
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7182
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedJan 21, 2026
Last actionMay 14, 2026
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMITTEE ON HOUSE ADMINISTRATION · INTRODUCED JAN 21, 2026
House BillHR 7182State and local government operationsInternet, web applications, social media
VOTE Act
INTRODUCED JAN 21, 2026· LAST ACTION MAY 14, 2026
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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