Bill > SB0388

This bill amends Tennessee's laws to restore the voting rights of individuals convicted of certain infamous crimes upon receiving a pardon or completing their sentence of incarceration, parole, or probation. The bill removes the permanent disenfranchisement for individuals convicted of specific crimes, such as first-degree murder, aggravated rape, treason, or voter fraud. Additionally, it prohibits the further denial or infringement of the right to vote due to an individual's inability to pay monetary obligations or the extension of a probationary period for failure to pay. The bill outlines the process for issuing certificates of voting rights restoration and the responsibilities of various state agencies in facilitating voter registration for those newly eligible.