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     &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Students Voicing Opinions in Today's Elections (VOTE) Act&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to carry out a pilot program providing funds, during FY2021, to local educational agencies (LEAs) for initiatives that provide 12th graders with voter registration information.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;LEAs must consult with their state and local election officials in developing the initiatives.&lt;/p&gt;
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