SRES 388119th CongressIntroduced

A resolution recognizing September 16, 2025, as "National Voter Registration Day".

Introduced: Sep 15, 2025

Civil Rights & Justice

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

This is a Senate resolution (S. Res. 388) recognizing September 16, 2025 as National Voter Registration Day. It states the Senate’s recognition of the date and urges voting-eligible Americans to register to vote, verify that their registration information (name, address, and other personal details) is current with the appropriate state or local election official, and to vote on election day if they wish to do so. The resolution is ceremonial and non-binding; it does not create new laws, impose requirements, or authorize funding. The sponsors listed are Senate leaders McConnell (alongside Padilla), and the measure was agreed to by the Senate.

Key Points

1Recognizes September 16, 2025 as National Voter Registration Day.
2Encourages every voting-eligible citizen to register to vote.
3Encourages verification of registration information (name, address, etc.) with state or local election officials.
4Encourages voting on election day if the citizen wishes to cast a ballot.
5Purely ceremonial with no mandates, penalties, or new funding; non-binding.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Voting-eligible U.S. citizens; state and local election officials who maintain voter rolls and registration records.Secondary group/area affected: Voter registration organizations, civic groups, and educational programs that promote registration and turnout.Additional impacts: Raises public awareness about registration and participation; no fiscal impact or new regulatory requirements are created.

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