Federal Bureau of Prisons Voting Assistance Act of 2026
This bill requires the Federal Bureau of Prisons to send voting information to inmates who are eligible to vote in their home states before any federal, state, or local election. The Director of the Bureau must provide these inmates with details on how to register and request absentee ballots, while facility coordinators receive specific state criteria, registration forms, and prepaid envelopes. The law also mandates that this information be posted physically in correctional facilities, published on the Bureau's website, and offered in both English and Spanish where applicable. Additionally, the bill ensures that inmates with recognized disabilities receive the necessary support to complete voter registration.
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Jul 2026
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Introduced Jul 21, 2026
Last action Jul 21, 2026
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Jul 21, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jul 21, 2026
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