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119-hr-6102119th Congress

Citizen Ballot Protection Act

Sponsored By: Representative Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-6]

Introduced

Summary

This bill would allow states to require proof of U.S. citizenship on mail voter registration forms, changing what documents people must send when they register by mail. It also updates a technical agency name to the Election Assistance Commission.

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  • Voters: People who register by mail could need to attach citizenship documents. That adds steps for mail-based registrants and could slow processing.
  • State election officials: States would gain authority to add a citizenship verification step. Election offices may need new procedures and staff guidance to handle mailed proof.
  • Registration forms and administrators: Mail forms could include a required field or instruction for proof of citizenship. That changes form design and the documents clerks must check.

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Analyzed Economic Effects

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Mail registration could require citizenship proof

If enacted, states could require you to show proof you are a U.S. citizen to register to vote by mail for federal elections. The national mail registration form could include a citizenship proof requirement. This could add paperwork and make mail registration harder for some people. It would also update a reference to the Election Assistance Commission. The change would take effect on the date of enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-6]

AL • R

Cosponsors

  • Rep. Clyde, Andrew S. [R-GA-9]

    GA • R

    Sponsored 11/18/2025

  • Rep. Moore, Barry [R-AL-1]

    AL • R

    Sponsored 11/18/2025

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

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