States and local election offices would get yearly federal money for federal elections. They could use it to improve voting systems, hire and protect election workers, and expand access. They would also have to follow federal rules on how the money is spent.
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Sustaining Our Democracy Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Latest action on S. 2588: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects state and local election offices, because it changes how they could pay for federal elections. It also affects voters who may benefit from better access, more secure systems, or more polling and voting options. States that accept the money would have to follow federal rules tied to the program.
Why this matters: Many election offices need money to update systems, protect workers, and keep voting options available. This bill would give them a steady federal source of funding, but only if they follow federal rules on how the money is used. It could improve access and security in some places. It could also shift more election spending oversight to the federal government.
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Officially: Sustaining Our Democracy Act
States and local election offices would get yearly federal money for federal elections. They could use it to improve voting systems, hire and protect election workers, and expand access. They would also have to follow federal rules on how the money is spent.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend S2588. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Rules and Administration
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
Senate Committee
Under Senate committee consideration
Latest: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (7/31/2025)
Senate Floor Vote
Voted on by Senate
Passed Senate
Approved by Senate
House Review
Sent to House for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Sustaining Our Democracy Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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