- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 9
- Latest action
- Apr 29, 2026
What it does
The Special Election Timeliness Act (SET Act) would require states to hold special elections to fill vacancies in the U.S. House of Representatives within 180 days of a vacancy occurring, unless a regularly scheduled general election falls within that period. The bill amends existing federal law to establish this deadline and allows the Attorney General or aggrieved individuals—including House leadership—to sue state officials in federal court to enforce compliance. It defines a special election as one to fill a vacancy, excluding nominating primaries or caucuses. The bill applies to all states, districts, and territories with representation in the House.
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Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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What moved
Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.