House Democrats Poised to Pass Sweeping Election Reform Bill

House Democrats are poised to pass a sweeping electoral reform bill — a top policy priority that has emerged as a target for Senate Republicans. The House is scheduled to vote on the legislation, known as H.R. 1, on Wednesday. The legislation — spearheaded by John Sarbanes (D-Md.) with the support of Democratic 236 co-sponsors — aims to expand voting rights through provisions including the creation of automatic voter registration, increased election security by pushing back on foreign threats and making Election Day a national holiday for federal workers.