House committee approves substitute version of the VOTE Act
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The House Committee on Administration approved a new version of the VOTE Act via a voice vote. This version replaces the original text of the bill with a “substitute,” which is a common legislative way to change the contents of a bill after it has been introduced but before it reaches the full House floor.
Why it matters: This is a procedural step in the legislative process. The practical significance depends on whether the House eventually votes to pass this specific version of the bill.
Who it affects
- State election officials
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding the House Committee on Administration; please consult the official text of the substitute bill before relying on these details.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document