Federal Register #2026-06601

Executive Order on Citizenship Verification and Election Integrity

This executive order outlines new federal requirements to strengthen citizenship verification and election integrity for federal elections. - Government Buyer: - Executive Office of the President - Involvement of Department of Homeland Security, Social Security Administration, United States Postal Service, and Department of Justice - Key Directives: - Federal agencies must compile and transmit State Citizenship Lists to state election officials using federal citizenship, naturalization, and SSA records, as well as DHS SAVE program data - USPS is directed to establish uniform standards for mail-in and absentee ballot services - Includes requirements for unique ballot envelope identifiers (e.g., barcodes) and automation-compatible envelopes - Attorney General is tasked with prioritizing investigations and prosecutions related to election fraud, especially regarding ballots issued to ineligible individuals - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on data integrity, interagency coordination, and standardized ballot handling - No specific OEMs, vendors, or commercial products/services are being procured; the order is procedural and regulatory in nature

Description

This executive order, issued by the Executive Office of the President, mandates measures to ensure citizenship verification and integrity in federal elections. It directs the Secretary of Homeland Security and other agencies to compile and transmit State Citizenship Lists to election officials, establish procedures for mail-in and absentee ballots through the USPS, and prioritize investigations and prosecutions related to election fraud. The order aims to enhance election integrity by verifying voter eligibility and securing the transmission of ballots.

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