Bills · S 2996
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2996Government Operations and Politics
Hiring Preference for Veterans and Americans With Disabilities Act
INTRO OCT 9· LAST ACTION OCT 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it could make it easier for veterans, people with disabilities, and military families to get involved in the democratic process by working elections. These groups might bring valuable skills, experiences, and perspectives to election administration.
If this becomes law, it could help address the ongoing need for election workers across the country, while also providing employment opportunities and recognizing the contributions of these specific communities. If it doesn't become law, the clarity around these hiring preferences and the waiver of residency requirements for military families would not be established, potentially leading to fewer opportunities for these groups to serve as election workers and continued ambiguity for local election offices.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Allows states and local jurisdictions to give hiring preference to veterans for election worker positions.
This could provide employment opportunities for veterans and allow election offices to benefit from their skills and dedication.
PROVISION 02
Allows states and local jurisdictions to give hiring preference to individuals with disabilities for election worker positions.
This helps ensure inclusive employment practices and provides opportunities for people with disabilities to participate in civic duties.
PROVISION 03
Allows states and local jurisdictions to give hiring preference to nonresident military spouses and dependents for election worker positions.
This supports military families who frequently relocate and might face challenges finding employment due to residency requirements.
PROVISION 04
Prohibits states and local jurisdictions from denying an election worker job to a nonresident military spouse or dependent solely based on not maintaining a local residence.
This removes a significant barrier for military families, making it easier for them to contribute to local elections despite frequent moves.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Montana
YRS IN OFFICE
1
BILLS LED
77
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DEM 1 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSOCT 9
Introduced in Senate
OCT 9
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2996
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 9, 2025
Last actionOct 9, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · RULES AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 9, 2025
Senate BillS 2996Government Operations and Politics
Hiring Preference for Veterans and Americans With Disabilities Act
INTRODUCED OCT 9, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 9, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
