Senator Welch and colleagues reintroduce legislation to require paid time off for workers to vote in federal elections.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) has joined Senator Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) and 16 colleagues to reintroduce the Time Off to Vote Act, which aims to provide employees with at least two hours of paid leave to vote in federal elections. The legislation seeks to address barriers that prevent eligible voters from exercising their rights due to work commitments.
This initiative aligns with the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and intends to enhance voter participation, particularly among underrepresented communities. The Act has garnered support from over 40 organizations, emphasizing the need for guaranteed time off to ensure everyone can participate in democracy without financial strain.
Senator Welch remarked, "It’s unthinkable that voters must often choose between their job and their fundamental right to participate in our democratic process." Supporters believe that ensuring paid voting time can contribute to overcoming disparities in voter turnout, especially among marginalized groups.
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Peter Welch Net Worth
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Peter Welch Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Peter Welch:
- S.2672: A bill to codify Executive Order 14115 imposing certain sanctions on persons undermining peace, security, and stability in the West Bank.
- S.2455: TRAIN Act
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- S.2442: O DAIRY Act of 2025
- S.2383: CANADA Act
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Peter Welch Fundraising
Peter Welch recently disclosed $16.8K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 817th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 64.3% came from individual donors.
Welch disclosed $77.4K of spending. This was the 577th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Welch disclosed $1.7M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 189th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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