To establish within the legislative branch a Congressional Task Force on Voting Rights of United States Citizen Residents of Territories of the United States.

# HR 4292 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 4292 would create a new Congressional Task Force dedicated to examining voting rights issues for U.S. citizens living in American territories such as Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and American Samoa. This task force would operate within Congress and would presumably study, analyze, and potentially recommend solutions related to how citizens in these territories can participate in the electoral process. **Who It Affects** The bill directly concerns the millions of U.S. citizens living in American territories who currently have limited voting rights. While residents of territories are U.S.

citizens, they cannot vote in general presidential elections while living in the territories. The bill also affects Congress itself, as it would create a new legislative body to address this issue. **Current Status** HR 4292 was introduced by Delegate Stacey Plaskett (D-VI) from the U.S. Virgin Islands in the 119th Congress. The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill's specific provisions and detailed scope are not yet publicly detailed beyond its stated purpose.