S 3425

This bill, the Ranked Choice Voting Act, aims to establish ranked choice voting (RCV) as the standard method for electing Senators and Representatives in Congress, as well as for primary, special, and general elections. It mandates that each state use RCV, ensuring voters can rank candidates in order of preference, and prohibits separate runoff elections after the initial election date. The bill also addresses ballot design requirements and outlines a specific tabulation process, including provisions for nonpartisan blanket primary elections and payments to states to help implement the changes. It applies to the District of Columbia and territories, and sets a future effective date.