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Introduced

In Committee

3

Passed One Chamber

4

Passed Both

5

Signed into Law

Sponsor

Alex Padilla

Democrat · CA · Senator

Votes with party: 84.1% (826 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/P000145

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (15)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

Latest Action

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.

2025-07-31

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

This bill would make it easier for people to register to vote and participate in elections, likely by expanding automatic voter registration, extending early voting periods, or improving access to voting locations. The changes would affect all eligible voters across the country, particularly those who face barriers to registration or voting. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Rules Committee.

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Subjects

Government Operations and Politics

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