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Election Law Research Guide

This guide is intended as a starting point for research in the law of elections, including campaign finance, election administration, and voting rights.

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Introduction

This guide is intended as a starting point for research in the law of elections (including campaign finance, election administration, and voting rights) at Georgetown Law Library. It includes both primary and secondary materials, in both print and electronic formats.

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CRS Reports

Congressional committees have published numerous reports on recent elections, gerrymandering and campaign finance. These reports can be an invaluable resource.

Finding CRS Reports

Congressional Research Service (CRS), the research arm of the Library of Congress, provides authoritative, objective, and nonpartisan research and analysis to committees and members of the House of Representatives and the Senate, regardless of party and affiliation. CRS produces new research as issues develop or are anticipated, and their reports are designed specifically to meet the needs of Congress. CRS research, while on a variety of topics, falls under five divisions: American Law; Domestic Social Policy; Foreign Affairs, Defense and Trade; Government and Finance; and Resources, Science, and Industry.

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Updated 08/21 (MK)
Updated 01/2023 (MK)