Internet Voter Registration Legislation in the 111th Congress

Published: October 19, 2009

Bill No.	Short Title	Sponsors	Date Introduced	Related Bills	Description
H.R. 1719	Voter Registration Modernization Act of 2009 [view bill text]	Rep. Lofgren and 9 co-sponsors [view all]	March 25, 2009 [view status]	N/A	This bill would amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require states to provide for online completion and submission of voter registration applications and online assistance to voters in completing these forms, among other things. It would also require states to provide a secure means for voters to update their voter registration records online. It would also amend voter registration forms to provide a space for voters to list an email address at which they can receive voter registration and voting information.
H.R. 4449	Responsible Online Voter Empowerment Registration Act of 2010 [view bill text]	Rep. McCarthy and 1 co-sponsor [view all]	January 13, 2010 [view status]	N/A	This bill would direct the Election Assistance Commission to reimburse States for costs incurred in establishing online voter registration programs, and for other purposes.