Congressman Hamadeh Introduces the Voting Only Through English Act (VOTE ACT)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Congressman Abraham J. Hamadeh (AZ-08) introduced H.R.2054, the Voting Only Through English Act (VOTE ACT), mandating that States use only English ballots to qualify for federal election funds. Congressman Hamadeh’s bill aligns with President Trump’s recent Executive Order declaring English our official language, reinforcing American values and rejecting the erosion of our national identity.
“The ties that bind are strong and we have an opportunity to make them stronger,” stated Congressman Hamadeh. “When families like mine immigrate to this great country, they are required to learn English to become citizens. President Trump just declared English to be the official language of our great nation. So, why don’t we require ballots to be printed in English only? It doesn’t make sense.”
The VOTE Act (Voting Only Through English Act) is a critical step to protect the integrity and unity of our federal elections. By mandating English-only ballots, we ensure a common language that binds our nation together, safeguarding our constitutional republic from the divisiveness of multilingual ballots.
“It’s time to prioritize American sovereignty and streamline our elections,” concluded Congressman Hamadeh. “This commonsense legislation is intended to strengthen the ties that bind our citizens.”
Original cosponsors include Michael Baumgartner (WA-05), Doug LaMalfa (CA-01), Victoria Spartz (IN-05), Brandon Gill (TX-26), Joe Wilson (SC-02), Ronny Jackson (TX-13), Michael Baumgartner (WA-05), and Pat Harrigan (NC-10).
Endorsements include Election Integrity Network and Conserva Mi Voto (Protect My Vote).
Conserva Mi Voto (Protect My Vote), an organization “dedicated to empowering the Latino community through civic engagement,” endorsed Congressman Hamadeh’s bill saying, “As Latinos, we know the power of our voice at the ballot box. Our families came here to build a better future, and part of that journey has always been learning English to thrive and fully participate in American life. Most of our naturalized citizen members have had to learn English to become citizens of this great country. So, standardizing ballots in English isn’t about shutting people out—it’s about making sure every voter walks into the booth with confidence, knowing their vote counts. We believe in policies that empower our community, strengthen our elections, and brings us together to form a more perfect union.”
BACKGROUND:
To become a U.S. citizen, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English. This includes the ability to read and write basic English, according to the US State Department. Exemptions are available for applicants who are age 55 or older and have lived in the U.S. for at least 15 years.
Key Provisions of the Voting Only Through English Act (VOTE ACT):
1. States that use only English ballots qualify for federal election funds.
2. Overrides federal laws allowing multilingual ballots for federal elections.
3. Aligns with President Trump’s recent Executive Order declaring English as our official language.
Read the Full text of the legislation here