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John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act: Strengthening Election Protections

This act aims to strengthen the protection of citizens' voting rights, especially for racial and language minorities. It introduces new rules for assessing voting discrimination and restores federal oversight of election law changes in certain states and regions. This will give citizens greater assurance that their vote will be counted and that the electoral process will be fair and accessible to all.
Key points
Makes it easier to prove voting discrimination by introducing new criteria for assessing whether election practices hinder minority participation.
Restores federal oversight of election law changes in states and regions with a history of discrimination, requiring their approval before implementation.
Increases electoral process transparency by requiring authorities to promptly disclose changes in voting rules, locations, and demographic data.
Authorizes the Attorney General to deploy election observers to areas where voting rights violations are likely, including in the context of language requirements.
Simplifies legal claims in voting rights cases, making it easier for citizens and the Attorney General to initiate proceedings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_14
Sponsor: Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]
Process start date: 2023-09-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_14.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Makes it easier to prove voting discrimination by introducing new criteria for assessing whether election practices hinder minority participation.
  • Restores federal oversight of election law changes in states and regions with a history of discrimination, requiring their approval before implementation.
  • Increases electoral process transparency by requiring authorities to promptly disclose changes in voting rules, locations, and demographic data.
  • Authorizes the Attorney General to deploy election observers to areas where voting rights violations are likely, including in the context of language requirements.
  • Simplifies legal claims in voting rights cases, making it easier for citizens and the Attorney General to initiate proceedings.
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 Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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