CLEAN Elections Act

# CLEAN Elections Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The CLEAN Elections Act would require states to use nonpartisan independent commissions to redraw congressional district boundaries, rather than allowing state legislatures to do so. States would need to implement this process starting after the 2020 census. Additionally, states that receive federal funding for election administration would be required to use the same nonpartisan commission approach for redrawing state legislative districts—failure to do so would result in losing that federal funding. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects state governments and voters. It impacts how congressional and state legislative districts are drawn, which can influence election outcomes and representation.

The legislation applies to all states that receive federal election administration funds, essentially covering the entire country. **Current Status** HR 158 was introduced by Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been brought to a floor vote. The bill has not advanced to passage.