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Read. Follow. Verify.Proposed Federal Grants for Election Official Training
Record date · December 19, 2024
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What This Bill Would Do
The Invest in Our Democracy Act of 2024 would create a federal grant program to cover 75% of tuition costs for state and local election officials and employees pursuing accredited certificates in election administration or cybersecurity. The program would be managed by the Election Assistance Commission and authorized for funding through 2031.
This bill would provide direct federal financial assistance to state and local election workers to improve professional training, potentially impacting the security and administration of future elections.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
State and local election officials
They are eligible to receive federal grants covering 75% of their tuition for specific certificate programs.
Election Assistance Commission
The Commission is tasked with establishing, managing, and distributing funds for the new grant program.
Institutions of higher education
Eligible institutions may choose to participate in the program and receive advance payments from the Commission to cover student tuition.
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Federalization of Election Training
The bill represents a move toward federal support for the specific professionalization of local election administration through higher education partnerships.
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