Stay Informed on Federal Voting & Elections with Real-Time Monitoring
The U.S. Constitution defines, on a basic level, how Federal elections are held in Articles I and II, and in various amendments. State law regulates most aspects of electoral law, including primaries, the eligibility of voters, state Electoral College proceedings, and state and local election processes (state rules are not part of this search). On the Federal level, the Federal Election Commission regulates public funding of elections and candidate expenditures to a certain extent. The Justice Department enforces the Voting Rights Act. The Defense Department administers the Federal Voting Assistance Program for uniformed service members and others living outside the U.S. The Election Assistance Commission and the Civil Rights Commission provide additional aid and oversight.
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Navigate the Complex Landscape of Federal Voting & Elections
Understanding and staying updated with the intricacies of voting and elections at the federal level is crucial for various stakeholders. The basic framework of how Federal elections are held is outlined in Articles I and II of the U.S. Constitution, along with various amendments. However, understanding the federal updates can offer significant insights, especially when state laws regulate so many aspects of electoral law.
Why Monitoring Matters
With regulatory responsibilities scattered across institutions such as the Federal Election Commission (FEC), United States Department of Justice, Defense Department, and the Election Assistance Commission, among others, staying compliant and informed is imperative. Professionally, these updates matter across a variety of sectors:
- Political Consultants and Campaign Managers: Needing to understand funding, compliance and be alert about any changes that could influence campaign strategies.
- Legal Professionals: Required to advise on electoral law matters, ensure organizations are operating within legal frameworks, and respond to new legal challenges promptly.
- Civil Rights Organizations: Focused on upholding voter rights and addressing any federal changes that might affect voter accessibility or compliance with the Voting Rights Act.
- Public Policy Experts and Analysts: Looking to respond swiftly to federal comment periods on electoral policies, and adapt to new regulations that could affect political landscapes.
Key Federal Updates
Monitoring the Federal Register for voting and election updates can yield:
- Notices about changes to federal election funding and expenditure limitations by the FEC.
- Updates from the Justice Department affecting the enforcement of the Voting Rights Act.
- Revisions to procedures impacting members of the military and citizens residing outside the U.S under the Federal Voting Assistance Program.
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- Description: The U.S. Constitution defines, on a basic level, how Federal elections are held in Articles I and II, and in various amendments. State law regulates most aspects of electoral law, including primaries, the eligibility of voters, state Electoral College proceedings, and state and local election processes (state rules are not part of this search). On the Federal level, the Federal Election Commission regulates public funding of elections and candidate expenditures to a certain extent. The Justice Department enforces the Voting Rights Act. The Defense Department administers the Federal Voting Assistance Program for uniformed service members and others living outside the U.S. The Election Assistance Commission and the Civil Rights Commission provide additional aid and oversight.
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Proposed Rule | Oct 29, 2024 |
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Rule | Oct 07, 2024 |
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Rule | Apr 24, 2024 |
The Department of Justice ("Department") is proposing to revise the regulation implementing title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") in order to establish specific requirements, including the adoption of specific technical standards, f...
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Proposed Rule | Aug 04, 2023 |
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Rule | May 16, 2023 |
The Department of Justice (DOJ), Civil Rights Division, Voting Section will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act...
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Notice | Apr 18, 2022 |
On August 20, 2021, the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") and the Department of Justice ("DOJ") (collectively "the Departments") published a notice of proposed rulemaking ("NPRM" or "proposed rule") that proposed amending regulations governing...
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Rule | Mar 29, 2022 |
The Department of Justice (DOJ), Civil Rights Division, Voting Section will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act...
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Notice | Feb 10, 2022 |
On September 23, 2020, the Department of Justice ("DOJ" or "the Department") published a notice of proposed rulemaking ("NPRM" or "proposed rule") that proposed to amend the regulations governing the adjudication of applications for asylum and withho...
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Rule | Dec 16, 2020 |
The Department of Justice is amending the regulations of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) concerning procedures and practices in connection with denials of initial applications, denials of renewals, and revocations of ex...
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Rule | Nov 25, 2019 |
The Department of Justice ("DOJ") and the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") (collectively, "the Departments") are adopting an interim final rule ("IFR" or "rule") to modify existing regulations to provide for the implementation of Asylum Cooper...
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Rule | Nov 19, 2019 |
Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the United States (Commission), Department of Justice, proposes to establish a new system of records to enable the Commission to carry out its statutory responsibility t...
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Notice | Oct 17, 2019 |
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Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the United States (Commission), Department of Justice, proposes to establish a new system of records to enable the Commission to carry out its statutory responsibility t...
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Notice | Jun 23, 2017 |
Pursuant to the Privacy Act of 1974, the Foreign Claims Settlement Commission of the United States (Commission), Department of Justice, proposes to establish a new system of records to enable the Commission to carry out its statutory responsibility t...
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Notice | May 05, 2017 |
The Department of Justice (DOJ), Civil Rights Division, Voting Section, will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Ac...
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Notice | Dec 30, 2016 |
The Department of Justice (DOJ), Civil Rights Division, Voting Section will be submitting the following information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act...
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Notice | Oct 07, 2016 |
The Justice for United States Victims of State Sponsored Terrorism Act ("USVSST Act" or "Act"), part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016, establishes a fund, overseen by a Special Master, to provide compensation to certain eligible individ...
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Notice | Jul 14, 2016 |
The departments and agencies listed in this document propose revisions to modernize, strengthen, and make more effective the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Subjects that was promulgated as a Common Rule in 1991. This NPRM seeks comment on...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 08, 2015 |