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H.R. 1378 (101st)

Overseas United States Citizens' Representation in the Congress Act of 1989

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Introduced

14 March 1989

Last action

23 March 1989 · Referred

Status

Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections.

Sponsors

Rep. Alexander, Bill [D-AR-1], Rescom. Fuster, Jamie B. [D-PR-At Large]

Subjects

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26 August 2025

Summary

Overseas United States Citizens' Representation in the Congress Act of 1989 - Provides for representation in the House of Representatives of citizens residing outside the United States by a nonvoting delegate. Requires that such delegate be elected by absentee ballot by citizens who have the right to vote in Federal elections under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Rights Act. Sets forth eligibility requirements for such office. Requires a commission appointed by the President to determine the procedures and regulations for election to such office.

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Timeline

  1. 14 March 1989

    Introduced

    Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 14 March 1989

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  3. 14 March 1989

    Introduced

    Introduced in House

    Source: IntroReferral

  4. 23 March 1989

    Referred

    Referred to the Subcommittee on Elections.

    Source: Committee

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