hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Blocks federal election funds to Minnesota without specific voting records.
Mr. Stauber (R-MN) and three other Representatives.
In committee, no House vote yet.
This bill would prevent the State of Minnesota from receiving federal funding under the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA) until the Minnesota Secretary of State provides specific voter registration and ballot records to the U.S. Attorney General. It was introduced by Representative Pete Stauber, a Republican from Minnesota, along with three co-sponsors. The bill is currently in the House Administration Committee, meaning it has a long way to go before potentially becoming law.
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 2, 2026, and sent to the House Administration Committee for review. For it to become law, it would need to pass in this committee, then be approved by a vote in the full House. After that, it would go through a similar process in the Senate and, if passed there, would be sent to the President to sign or veto.
If this bill were to pass, the State of Minnesota could lose federal funds specifically allocated for improving election administration, such as purchasing new voting machines or implementing voter education programs. This could potentially shift the financial burden for these activities to state and local taxpayers or lead to delays in necessary election upgrades. Additionally, the Minnesota Secretary of State would be required to submit records related to same-day voter registrations and other general voter data to the U.S. Attorney General, a process that could spark debate over data privacy and state's rights.
Supporters Say
Supporters would argue this bill ensures transparency and integrity in Minnesota's voter registration and voting processes.
Critics Say
Critics might view this as federal overreach into state election matters, potentially disrupting election funding and operations.
Those in favor would likely emphasize the importance of having complete and auditable records to ensure the accuracy and security of elections, especially concerning same-day voter registration. They might see the requested records as vital for maintaining public confidence in the electoral system. Opponents, on the other hand, could argue that the bill interferes with Minnesota's established election procedures and could be seen as an unfunded mandate or an attempt to federalize state election administration. They might also raise concerns about the privacy of voter data and the potential for federal interference in state-run elections.