H.R. 7182 · In committee · Government Operations and Politics

VOTE Act

What it does

Requires states to notify registered voters at least 7 days before an election if their assigned polling place has changed from the previous federal election, using mail, telephone, text message, and email.
Directs election officials to post general notices on state or local websites, social media platforms, and at prior polling places when polling place assignments change.
Requires states to make reasonable efforts to allow voters to cast ballots on election day if they appear at their former polling place due to late reassignment.
Mandates posting of signs at closed polling places informing voters of the closure, alternative locations, directions, and contact information for election officials.
Requires notification of vote center locations to eligible voters at least 2 days before early voting begins in jurisdictions using vote centers.

May 14, 2026: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

Committee: House Committee on House Administration