What does Preamble of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This bill aims to promote the integrity and improve the administration of elections for Federal office The bill was introduced to the House of Representatives and referred to multiple committees for consideration

What does SHORT TITLE. of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Make Elections Great Again Act.

What does REQUIRING VOTERS TO PROVIDE PHOTO IDENTIFICATION. of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section amends the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to establish photo identification requirements for voting in federal elections. Voters intending to vote in person must present a valid photo identification to election officials, unless they cast a provisional ballot. If a voter does not present identification, they may cast a provisional ballot, which can be verified within three days by presenting identification or an affidavit. For those voting other than in person, a copy of a valid photo identification or the last four digits of their Social Security number and an affidavit may be submitted with the ballot. Exceptions exist for absent uniformed services voters and individuals with voting rights under the Voting Accessibility for the Elderly and Handicapped Act. States are required to provide public access to digital imaging devices at government buildings to allow individuals to copy photo identifications at no cost. Valid photo identifications include state-issued driver's licenses, state identification cards, U.S. passports, military identification, and Tribal identification. States must notify voter registration applicants of the photo identification requirements.

What does REPEAL OF REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO ADMINISTRATION OF of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section repeals Section 8 of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. It also repeals Section 303 of the Help America Vote Act of 2002, with an exception for section 303(a)(5)(C). The National Voter Registration Act of 1993 is amended to reference sections of the Make Elections Great Again Act. The Election Assistance Commission is given new responsibilities, including prescribing regulations, developing a mail voter registration application form, and submitting reports to Congress. The Commission must consult with state election officials in carrying out these responsibilities.

What does GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMINISTRATION OF VOTER of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section outlines general requirements for the administration of voter registration for elections for Federal office. States must ensure eligible applicants are registered if their forms are authenticated and specific documentary proof is submitted within a timeframe (lesser of 30 days or state law). States are required to send notice to applicants regarding the disposition of their voter registration application. A registrant's name may not be removed from the official list of eligible voters except for reasons described in section 113(a)(1). States must verify applicants satisfy eligibility requirements, including providing documentary proof of United States citizenship. Applicants are to be informed of voter eligibility requirements and penalties for submitting false registration applications. States are required to enter into agreements to match voter registration information with motor vehicle authority databases. Applications for voter registration may require applicants to provide the last four digits of their social security number and a valid driver's license or other proof of residence.

What does REQUIREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO REMOVAL OF INELIGIBLE VOTERS of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section outlines requirements for states to maintain accurate voter registration lists for Federal elections. States must verify voter eligibility at least once every 30 days using available resources, including the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) system. Registrants can be removed from voter rolls for reasons such as their request, criminal conviction, mental incapacity, death, change of residence, non-citizen status, or duplicate registrations. States must establish a process to use change-of-address information from the Postal Service to update voter registration records. States must complete removal processes at least 15 days prior to general elections for Federal office, except for certain circumstances. If a registrant moves within the same registrar’s jurisdiction, their registration records are updated, and they receive a notice. If a registrant moves outside the registrar’s jurisdiction, a notice is sent to confirm the change of address. States must remove non-citizens from voter registration rolls upon receiving documentation or verified information. The chief State election official must maintain a publicly available list of ineligible voters and provide them with an opportunity to correct any defects.

What does COMPUTERIZED STATEWIDE VOTER REGISTRATION LIST REQUIREMENTS. of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section mandates that each state implement a single, uniform, official, centralized, interactive computerized statewide voter registration list. The computerized list must contain the name and registration information of every legally registered voter in the state and assign a unique identifier to each. Election officials, including local officials, are granted immediate electronic access to the computerized list. Local election officials must electronically enter voter registration information into the computerized list on an expedited basis. The computerized list must be coordinated with other state agency databases and serve as the official voter registration list for federal elections. Regular list maintenance is required to remove ineligible voters, coordinating with state agency records on felony status and death. The state must ensure that only ineligible voters are removed, duplicate names are eliminated, and all registered voters remain on the list. Adequate technological security measures are required to prevent unauthorized access to the computerized list. The state election system must include provisions to ensure accurate and regularly updated voter registration records, including removing those who haven't responded to notices or voted in two consecutive general elections. States are required to comply with these requirements by January 1, 2027, with a possible waiver extending the deadline to January 1, 2028, if a state certifies a good cause for the delay.

What does REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO REGISTER BY MAIL. of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section outlines requirements for mail voter registration forms, referencing the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. Mail voter registration forms may require identifying information and data relating to previous registration, but shall include a statement specifying eligibility requirements and an attestation that the applicant meets them. Forms cannot require notarization and must include a section for election officials to record documentary proof of citizenship. Forms must include questions regarding U.S. citizenship and age, and a statement about confidentiality of registration information. Applicants registering for the first time by mail must submit required information to avoid additional identification requirements when voting. If an applicant fails to answer the citizenship question, the registrar must notify them and provide an opportunity to complete the form. Applicants must provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship either with the application or in person, unless the state allows registration at a polling place. Election officials must notify applicants who submit incomplete forms regarding the proof of citizenship requirement. States must ensure reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to present proof of citizenship. States can require documentary proof to confirm eligibility, and these requirements will be in effect from January 1, 2027.

What does CIVIL ENFORCEMENT AND PRIVATE RIGHT OF ACTION. of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

The Attorney General can bring civil actions against states or jurisdictions to enforce election technology and administration requirements. Individuals aggrieved by a violation of the subtitle can provide written notice to the chief State election official. If a violation isn't corrected within 90 days (or 20 days if near a federal election), the aggrieved person can file a civil action. The notice requirement can be waived if the violation occurred within 30 days of a federal election. A prevailing party in a civil action may be awarded reasonable attorney fees, litigation expenses, and costs.

What does ELECTION ASSISTANCE COMMISSION GUIDANCE. of Make Elections Great Again Act do?

This section requires the Election Assistance Commission to provide guidance to State election officials. The guidance pertains to the implementation of requirements outlined in the subtitle. The Election Assistance Commission must adopt and transmit this guidance within 30 days of the Act's enactment.

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Make Elections Great Again Act

Last updated: 2/2/2026 · Introduced: 1/30/2026

Author: Bryan Steil (R-WI)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill requires voters to provide photo identification to vote in federal elections, with some exceptions for certain groups such as absent uniformed services voters and individuals with disabilities.
States must maintain accurate voter registration lists, verify voter eligibility, and remove ineligible voters, including non-citizens, from the rolls.
The bill establishes requirements for the administration of voter registration, including the use of a computerized statewide voter registration list and the verification of applicants' eligibility.
States are prohibited from using ranked choice voting in general elections for federal office and must comply with new requirements for the receipt, processing, and counting of absentee and mail-in ballots.
The bill also establishes new rules and guidelines for election administration, including the sharing of information regarding potential fraud and the notification of state election officials when an individual becomes a naturalized citizen.

119th Congressin committeeS. 4155(In Committee)Official page

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