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Vote by Mail Protection Act of 2026 (H.R. 8666)

Original title: Vote by Mail Protection Act of 2026

May 7, 2026

electionsvoting rightsexecutive ordersfederal fundingcitizenship verification

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Where This Stands

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Last action
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Oversight and Government Reform, Ways and Means, and House Administration, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.May 7, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill would stop the implementation of federal citizenship verification requirements for elections and terminate any government contracts currently supporting those activities.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Federal Agencies

Agencies must cease all activities and terminate contracts associated with Executive Order 14399.

Government Contractors

Contractors currently performing work related to Executive Order 14399 would have their contracts terminated.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill seeks to nullify 14399, which mandates citizenship verification for federal elections. If passed, the bill would cancel all existing contracts related to that order and prohibit federal agencies from using funds to implement its requirements.

Key Facts

  • The bill explicitly declares that Executive Order 14399 shall have no force or effect.
  • All contracts or arrangements entered into by federal agencies to carry out Executive Order 14399 must be terminated (abrogated).
  • Federal agencies are prohibited from using any funds allocated for salaries and expenses to carry out activities related to Executive Order 14399.
  • The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 7, 2026.
  • The bill has been referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, the Committee on Ways and Means, and the Committee on House Administration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this bill do to Executive Order 14399?
It nullifies the order, meaning it would no longer be legally binding or enforceable.
Will this bill affect existing government contracts?
Yes, the bill requires that any contracts or arrangements made by agencies to carry out the be canceled.
Can federal agencies still spend money on citizenship verification programs?
No, the bill prohibits the use of agency funds for salaries or expenses related to the activities mandated by 14399.

Why It Matters

The bill would stop the implementation of federal citizenship verification requirements for elections and terminate any government contracts currently supporting those activities.

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Legislative Nullification

The bill represents a direct legislative attempt to override a specific executive order, highlighting a conflict between the legislative and executive branches regarding election administration.

Executive Order 14399

Connected Entities

otherExecutive Order 14399“The executive order regarding citizenship verification in federal elections that”Map →
personMs. Norton“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
personMr. Garcia of California“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
personMs. Budzinski“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
personMr. Pappas“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
personMr. Walkinshaw“Co-sponsor of the bill.”Map →
personMr. Lynch“Primary sponsor of the bill.”Map →

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy90
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  • Entertainment40
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  • Buzz75
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