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Proposed US Constitutional Amendment: Fundamental Right to Vote

This proposal aims to add a provision to the U.S. Constitution clearly stating that every citizen of legal voting age has a fundamental right to vote in public elections. Limiting this right would only be possible in exceptional circumstances, when absolutely necessary and with no less restrictive means available. This change seeks to strengthen the protection of voting rights for all citizens.
Key points
Every U.S. citizen of legal voting age gains a fundamental right to vote where they reside.
Voting rights can only be restricted as a last resort, when essential and no other options exist.
Removes a clause from the Constitution that allowed disenfranchisement for crimes other than serious ones.
Congress would gain power to protect this right and prevent its infringement.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_SJRES_67
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SJRES_67.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Every U.S. citizen of legal voting age gains a fundamental right to vote where they reside.
  • Voting rights can only be restricted as a last resort, when essential and no other options exist.
  • Removes a clause from the Constitution that allowed disenfranchisement for crimes other than serious ones.
  • Congress would gain power to protect this right and prevent its infringement.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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