What is the current status of HR 1467?

HR 1467 is currently: Passed Senate.

Who sponsored HR 1467?

HR 1467 was sponsored by Andrew Garbarino (R), Rep.

Local Elections Funding Protection Bill

IntroducedFebruary 21, 2025

Passed Senate1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Passed/agreed to in Senate

Why This Matters

This bill prohibits federal funding for elections in states that do not allow local governments to hold elections in odd-numbered years.

If you live in a state that does not allow local elections in odd-numbered years, your state could lose federal election funding.

Who this affects

Voters in states

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill stops federal funding for elections in states that do not allow local elections in odd-numbered years.
2States must have laws permitting odd-numbered year local elections to receive federal election funds.
3The bill aims to increase focus on local candidates and issues by separating local elections from larger election cycles.
4It applies to elections for federal, state, and local offices starting in fiscal year 2027.
5The bill is part of a broader effort to enhance local governance and representation.

Read the detailed summary

Protecting Our Local Elections Act or the POLE Act This bill prohibits a state from receiving federal election administration funds if the state does not permit localities to hold elections for local office in odd-numbered years.

Local Elections Funding Protection Bill

IntroducedFebruary 21, 2025

Passed Senate1 year ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Passed/agreed to in Senate

Why This Matters

This bill prohibits federal funding for elections in states that do not allow local governments to hold elections in odd-numbered years.

If you live in a state that does not allow local elections in odd-numbered years, your state could lose federal election funding.

Who this affects

Voters in states

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill stops federal funding for elections in states that do not allow local elections in odd-numbered years.
2States must have laws permitting odd-numbered year local elections to receive federal election funds.
3The bill aims to increase focus on local candidates and issues by separating local elections from larger election cycles.
4It applies to elections for federal, state, and local offices starting in fiscal year 2027.
5The bill is part of a broader effort to enhance local governance and representation.

Read the detailed summary