Freedom from Intimidation in Elections Act

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Introduced on September 25, 2024 by Alejandro Padilla

Legislation Details

Prohibits intimidation, threats, or coercion of election officials and workers during the administration of federal elections.
Amends the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to include new provisions against intimidation.
Establishes a presumption of intimidation if a person displays or carries a visible firearm while interacting with voters or election officials.
Specifies that this presumption applies in cases involving both voters and election officials.
Exempts law enforcement officers from the presumption while performing official duties, but courts can still consider their firearm possession in related cases.
Allows courts to grant relief, including temporary limits on firearm carrying by defendants in intimidation cases.
Defines terms related to firearms, imitation firearms, and antique firearms for clarity in enforcement.

Last updated 11/8/2024

Prohibits intimidation, threats, or coercion of election officials and workers during the administration of federal elections.
Amends the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to include new provisions against intimidation.
Establishes a presumption of intimidation if a person displays or carries a visible firearm while interacting with voters or election officials.
Specifies that this presumption applies in cases involving both voters and election officials.
Exempts law enforcement officers from the presumption while performing official duties, but courts can still consider their firearm possession in related cases.
Allows courts to grant relief, including temporary limits on firearm carrying by defendants in intimidation cases.
Defines terms related to firearms, imitation firearms, and antique firearms for clarity in enforcement.