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September Designated as National Voting Rights Month: Strengthening Access to Voting

The U.S. Senate designated September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month" to highlight the importance of voting and the need to protect ballot access for all citizens. The resolution aims to raise awareness about historical and contemporary barriers to voting and encourages actions to facilitate electoral participation, directly impacting every citizen's ability to express their will.
Key points
Designation of September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month" to promote and protect the right to vote.
Encouragement for Congress to pass legislation aimed at increasing ballot access, ending gerrymandering, and protecting against voter discrimination.
Recommendation for public schools and universities to educate students on the importance of voting, the history of voter suppression, and voter registration methods.
Support for the United States Postal Service in ensuring safe and accessible mail-in voting, especially in the context of the pandemic.
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Print number: 117_SRES_401
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_SRES_401.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Designation of September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month" to promote and protect the right to vote.
  • Encouragement for Congress to pass legislation aimed at increasing ballot access, ending gerrymandering, and protecting against voter discrimination.
  • Recommendation for public schools and universities to educate students on the importance of voting, the history of voter suppression, and voter registration methods.
  • Support for the United States Postal Service in ensuring safe and accessible mail-in voting, especially in the context of the pandemic.
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. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

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 2025-12-29.

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