Election Day Act

In Plain Language

This bill makes Election Day a federal holiday. That means most federal employees get the day off, and federal offices would be closed on that day.

Official Congressional Research Service summary

Election Day Act This bill establishes Election Day as a federal holiday.

Sponsor

Cosponsors

Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]

Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2]

Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6]

Rep. Courtney, Joe [D-CT-2]

Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]

et al.

Latest action

Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Jan 3, 2025

Official source

Action history

Jan 3, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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