WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) recently co-sponsored legislation led by Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) that would prohibit federal funding to states and localities that allow foreigners to vote.

“The fundamental right of every American citizen to cast their vote is a cornerstone of our democracy,” said Senator Tillis. “Allowing noncitizens’ votes to be counted sets a dangerous precedent, and I am proud to work with my colleagues to stop states and localities from undermining confidence in our nation’s election integrity by allowing this misguided practice.”

The Protecting Our Democracy by Preventing Foreign Citizens from Voting Act would:

1.    Prohibit federal funds from going to any state or local government that allows foreign citizens to vote in any Federal, State, or local election;

2.    Require, upon application, approval, and receipt of any federal funds, the state or local government must certify they do not allow foreign citizens to vote; and

3.    Make the measure effective on or after the date of enactment.

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