HR 319 · 93th Congress · Government Operations and Politics
Election Assistance and Voter Registration Act
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Introduced2
Committee3
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Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to House Committee on House Administration.(1973-01-03)
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Election Assistance and Voter Registration Act - Establishes within the Bureau of the Census the Election Assistance and Voter Registration Administration. Provides that the President shall appoint, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, and Administrator and two Associate Administrators for terms of four years each. Sets forth the duties and powers of the Administration. Authorizes the Administration to provide assistance by grant to States and political subdivisions thereof in improving their voter registration procedures to assure efficient elections. Authorizes the Administration to make grants and provide such other assistance as may be necessary to any State or political subdivision thereof to carry out programs to ensure the efficient conduct of elections and the convenience of voters in casting their ballots. Stipulates that a grant made under this Act shall not be in excess of total of 10 cents for each potential voter in the jurisdiction, or $35,000 whichever is greater. Authorizes the Administration to make grants to any State or political subdivision thereof for the purpose of carrying out existing voter registration procedures. Provides that such grants shal…
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