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        <text><![CDATA[ <p><strong>Students Voicing Opinions in Today's Elections Act or the Students VOTE Act</strong></p> <p>This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission to carry out a pilot program providing funds, during FY2017, to local educational agencies (LEAs) for initiatives that provide 12th graders with voter registration information.</p> <p>LEAs must consult with their state and local election officials in developing the initiatives.</p>]]></text>
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