2021 House Bill 5253

Ban election officials taking money or gifts for election equipment

Introduced in the House

Aug. 17, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-65)

To prohibit state or local election officials and bureaus from accepting gifts from individuals or nongovernmental entities for election-related activities, equipment, or staff.

Referred to the Committee on Elections and Ethics

Feb. 22, 2022

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 9, 2022

Amendment offered by Rep. Matt Koleszar (D-20)

To add a $10 million appropriation to assist local governments with elecions.

The amendment failed by voice vote

March 10, 2022

Passed in the House 57 to 44 (details)

Received in the Senate

March 15, 2022

Referred to the Committee on Elections