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September 2024 Designated National Voting Rights Month: Focus on Education and Access.

The Senate designates September 2024 as National Voting Rights Month to emphasize the importance of voting and address historical and current barriers to the ballot box. The resolution encourages Congress to pass legislation aimed at setting national voting standards and restoring voting rights for citizens released from prison. It also recommends that schools develop curricula focused on voter registration and the history of voter suppression.
Key points
Official designation of September 2024 to promote civic engagement and awareness of voting rights and historical challenges.
Calls for Congress to pass key legislation (like the Freedom to Vote Act) to improve ballot access nationwide and restore rights to ex-felons.
Recommends educational institutions teach students about the voting process, registration, and the history of efforts to restrict voting.
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Print number: 118_SRES_822
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2024-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_822.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Official designation of September 2024 to promote civic engagement and awareness of voting rights and historical challenges.
  • Calls for Congress to pass key legislation (like the Freedom to Vote Act) to improve ballot access nationwide and restore rights to ex-felons.
  • Recommends educational institutions teach students about the voting process, registration, and the history of efforts to restrict voting.
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 2025-12-26.

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