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Introduced
05/27/2022
05/27/2022
In Committee
11/01/2022
11/01/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to revise the criteria for determining which States and political sub- divisions are subject to section 4 of the Act, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Voting Rights Act of 1965 to revise the criteria for determining which states and political subdivisions are subject to Section 4 of the Act. Specifically, it establishes new thresholds for voting rights violations and minority voter turnout that would trigger the requirement for certain jurisdictions to obtain federal approval before changing their voting procedures. The bill also includes provisions to promote transparency around changes to voting procedures and the allocation of polling place resources, and it clarifies the authority to assign federal observers and seek injunctive relief to enforce voting rights protections.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. (on 11/01/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/7905/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr7905/BILLS-117hr7905ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr7905/BILLS-117hr7905ih.pdf.pdf |
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