HR 8888 United States House · 118th Congress

Voting Clarity Act of 2024

The Voting Clarity Act of 2024 requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to provide asylum applicants with clear, understandable information about federal voting restrictions and penalties for illegal voting at the time they apply for asylum. This applies specifically to individuals seeking asylum under Section 208 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill mandates that this information be provided in a language and format the applicant can comprehend, including details about penalties under federal law. It does not change voting eligibility or laws but ensures applicants are informed of legal consequences before applying.
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Introduced Jun 28, 2024 Last action Jun 28, 2024
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