Vote Without Fear Act

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

US HR 7965 · House Bill · 119th Congress

Stage: In committee
Started in: House
Sponsors
Latest action: Mar 17, 2026

What it does

Vote Without Fear Act This bill establishes new federal criminal offenses for possessing a firearm or causing a firearm to be present in or within 100 yards of a federal election site.

Official summary · Introduced in House · Mar 17, 2026

Titles and provisions can change as the bill moves.

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Where it stands

Introduced (Done)
Mar 17, 2026
Committee (Current step)
In committee · Mar 17, 2026
Floor (Not started)
Law (Not started)

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Where it goes next

While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.

Who sits in the seats that vote on itA roster is not a certified tally, and a filing is not a place on the ballot.
Who funds the people decidingA receipt is not backing. A contribution does not establish a policy motive.
Who is paid to be heardNaming an institution is the filer's account, not a record of any meeting.