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SB 57

Voter registration; requiring membership in the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC).

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Angelia Graves and 1 co-sponsor

Requires Virginia to participate in ERIC multi-state voter registration data system to verify eligibility and prevent duplicate registrations across state lines.

Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections
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Bill Summary · SB 57

Legislative bill overview

SB 57 requires Virginia to maintain membership in the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC), a multi-state data-sharing system that helps states verify voter registration eligibility and identify duplicate registrations across state lines. The bill passed the Senate 21-17 and is currently in the House Committee on Privileges and Elections.

Why is this important

ERIC membership affects voter roll accuracy and maintenance—a responsibility that election officials must balance against accessibility concerns. The bill's narrow Senate passage suggests meaningful disagreement about the proper role of interstate data-sharing in voter registration administration.

Potential points of contention

  • Data privacy and security: Critics may worry about interstate sharing of personal voter information and potential data breach risks
  • Voter accessibility vs. accuracy: Supporters argue ERIC prevents fraud; opponents contend it may incorrectly purge eligible voters, particularly affecting minorities and mobile populations
  • State autonomy: Disagreement over whether Virginia should outsource voter roll verification decisions to a multi-state consortium versus managing independently

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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