Make it easier for eligible citizens to register to vote and participate in federal elections.
One policy goal, tracked across every bill that has carried it.
What’s happening with Voter Empowerment Act of 2026?
The Voter Empowerment Act of 2026 remains in committee as of June 24, 2026, with no action taken since March 24, 2026. House and Senate committees must review the bill before it can move forward, but historical data shows that most bills never receive a committee vote. This lack of committee action is the primary way most legislation ends in Congress.
Updated July 9, 2026 · Generated by AI. Always verify with official sources.
Where it stands
Now carried by Voter Empowerment Act of 2026 (H.R. 8078 (119th)) →
Legislative Progress
Next up: A house committee · Nothing moves until they act.
How we got here
Every bill that has carried this goal, oldest first.
Died with Congress · Jan 3, 2025
Died when the 118th Congress ended without final passage. Bills must be reintroduced under a new number to be revived.
Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from H.R. 9727 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
H.R. 9727 (118th) →Reintroduced · Jan 3, 2025
Reintroduced from S. 5151 (118th), which died when its Congress ended.
S. 5151 (118th) →
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Who’s behind it
James Clyburn (D-SC)Wrote and sponsored the current bill.
