Democracy Without Intimidation Act
The Democracy Without Intimidation Act removes a legal exception that previously allowed federal troops to be present at polling places unless there was an armed enemy threat. This change directly affects federal law enforcement agencies and political appointees by prohibiting the use of military forces to secure voting sites. The bill also strengthens prosecution efforts by authorizing more magistrate judges to handle related cases quickly and creating a new civil lawsuit option for voters who feel intimidated. Additionally, it allows aggrieved individuals to appeal these civil cases directly to the Supreme Court with expedited processing.
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May 2026
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Introduced May 14, 2026
Last action May 14, 2026
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May 14, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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May 14, 2026
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