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Trump-Reagan Election Enforcement Act

In committee: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 9897 · House Bill · 119th Congress

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Jul 23, 2026

What it does

The Trump-Reagan Election Enforcement Act would withhold federal surface transportation funding from states that do not enact strict proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration in federal elections. Specifically, it would withhold 10% of apportioned funds in the first fiscal year after 2026, increasing by an additional 5% each subsequent year until states comply with the law’s voter registration rules. The bill affects state governments and election officials by mandating documentary proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration, establishing alternative processes for those unable to meet the requirements, requiring ongoing efforts to identify noncitizen voters, removing…

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Jul 23, 2026

  2. Committee (Current step)

    In committee · Jul 23, 2026

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