Federal HB10497 mandates explicit Congressional approval for deploying troops or armed persons at polling places, except to repel armed enemies of.

Federal HB10497 requires explicit Congressional approval for deploying troops or armed persons at polling places, except to repel armed enemies of the United States. It mandates classified briefings to Congress on threats necessitating such deployments and establishes a process for expedited congressional review. The bill also amends the Civil Rights Act of 1960 to ensure officers can vote if they are otherwise qualified. The provisions of this bill will cease to have effect on January 20, 2029.

Federal HB10497 mandates explicit Congressional approval for deploying troops or armed persons at polling places, except to repel armed enemies of.

Federal HB10497 requires explicit Congressional approval for deploying troops or armed persons at polling places, except to repel armed enemies of the United States. It mandates classified briefings to Congress on threats necessitating such deployments and establishes a process for expedited congressional review. The bill also amends the Civil Rights Act of 1960 to ensure officers can vote if they are otherwise qualified. The provisions of this bill will cease to have effect on January 20, 2029.