HB4987: Democracy Restoration Act of 2023
- 1Introduced (current step)
- 2Passed One Chamber
- 3Passed Both Chambers
- 4Became Law
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Summary
To secure the Federal voting rights of persons when released from incarceration.
Plain-language summary
The Democracy Restoration Act of 2023 would restore federal voting rights to people after they are released from prison or jail. Currently, some states permanently strip voting rights from people with felony convictions even after they complete their sentences. This bill would create a federal rule ensuring that anyone released from incarceration can vote in federal elections. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and is currently in .
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HB4987: Democracy Restoration Act of 2023
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Jasmine Crockett
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (82)
Troy Carter
Jamie Raskin
Jerrold Nadler
Nanette Barragan
Earl Blumenauer