HR 1583
Alice Paul Voter Protection Act
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The Alice Paul Voter Protection Act makes it a federal crime to corruptly interfere with or prevent someone from registering to vote or helping others register. It also establishes penalties for attempting such actions, including fines or up to five years in prison. The Election Assistance Commission is tasked with creating guidelines for states to deter and prevent these types of violations, and this information must be provided at polling places and voter registration agencies.
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