119th Congress
H.Con.Res. 28
Expressing the sense of Congress that the votes of overseas servicemembers must be counted and honored as required under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- Sponsor
- Deborah K. Ross(D-NC)
- Introduced
- Apr 14, 2025
- Policy area
- Government Operations and Politics
- Committees
- House Committee on House Administration
- Official text
- Introduced in House · Congress.gov page
Cosponsors (2)
Original cosponsors (2)
- Alma S. Adams (D-NC)
- Valerie P. Foushee (D-NC)
Summary
Summary by the Congressional Research Service· describes the “Introduced in House” version
This concurrent resolution reaffirms Congress's commitment to enforcing the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) and ensuring that every eligible servicemember and overseas citizen can exercise their right to vote without undue burden. The concurrent resolution urges states and territories to prioritize the timely processing, acceptance, and counting of absentee ballots in accordance with federal law.
Additionally, the concurrent resolution calls on the Department of Justice to monitor compliance with UOCAVA, promptly address violations, and safeguard the voting rights of uniformed servicemembers and overseas citizens.
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Apr 14, 2025 · House
Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. - Apr 14, 2025
Submitted in House