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Universal Right To Vote by Mail Act of 2025
2/22/2025, 9:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 738
Bill 119 HR 738, also known as the "Vote by Mail Act of 2021," seeks to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to allow all eligible voters to vote by mail in Federal elections. The bill aims to expand access to voting by allowing individuals to cast their ballots through the mail, rather than having to physically go to a polling place on Election Day.
The bill would require states to provide all eligible voters with the option to request a mail-in ballot for Federal elections. This would allow individuals who may have difficulty getting to a polling place, such as those with disabilities or individuals who live in remote areas, to participate in the electoral process.
Proponents of the bill argue that expanding access to voting by mail can help increase voter turnout and make the voting process more convenient for all eligible voters. They also argue that mail-in voting can help reduce long lines at polling places and make the voting process more accessible for individuals who may have difficulty physically getting to a polling place. Opponents of the bill may argue that expanding mail-in voting could increase the risk of voter fraud or compromise the integrity of the electoral process. They may also argue that mail-in voting could lead to delays in election results or make it more difficult to verify the identity of voters. Overall, the Vote by Mail Act of 2021 aims to make the voting process more accessible and convenient for all eligible voters, while also addressing potential concerns about the security and integrity of mail-in voting.
The bill would require states to provide all eligible voters with the option to request a mail-in ballot for Federal elections. This would allow individuals who may have difficulty getting to a polling place, such as those with disabilities or individuals who live in remote areas, to participate in the electoral process.
Proponents of the bill argue that expanding access to voting by mail can help increase voter turnout and make the voting process more convenient for all eligible voters. They also argue that mail-in voting can help reduce long lines at polling places and make the voting process more accessible for individuals who may have difficulty physically getting to a polling place. Opponents of the bill may argue that expanding mail-in voting could increase the risk of voter fraud or compromise the integrity of the electoral process. They may also argue that mail-in voting could lead to delays in election results or make it more difficult to verify the identity of voters. Overall, the Vote by Mail Act of 2021 aims to make the voting process more accessible and convenient for all eligible voters, while also addressing potential concerns about the security and integrity of mail-in voting.
Congressional Summary of HR 738
Universal Right To Vote by Mail Act of 2025
This bill expands voting by mail in federal elections.
Specifically, the bill prohibits states from imposing on eligible voters additional conditions or requirements to cast ballots by mail in federal elections, except states may impose a deadline for requesting the ballot and related voting materials and for returning a ballot.
The bill also requires states to provide individuals with notice and opportunity to cure discrepancies or defects with their absentee or mail-in ballots.
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Current Status of Bill HR 738
Bill HR 738 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 24, 2025. Bill HR 738 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 24, 2025. Bill HR 738's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. as of January 24, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 738
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
4Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
38Democrat Cosponsors
38Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 738
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 738
To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to allow all eligible voters to vote by mail in Federal elections.
To amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to allow all eligible voters to vote by mail in Federal elections.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 738
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