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John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025

This act aims to strengthen voting rights protections for citizens, especially racial and language minorities. It introduces new rules to prevent discrimination in the voting process, facilitates legal claims, and increases transparency in election law changes. The goal is to ensure every eligible citizen can freely cast their vote and have it properly counted.
Key points
Strengthening anti-discrimination in voting: Makes it easier to prove that election practices hinder minority voting, even without direct discriminatory intent.
Introducing a "preclearance" mechanism: Some states and regions will need federal approval for election law changes if they have a history of voting rights violations.
Increasing transparency: Local and state authorities must publicly disclose any changes to voting rules, polling place locations, and electoral district demographics.
Protecting election workers and polling places: Imposes penalties for intimidating or physically damaging election-related property to ensure the safety of the voting process.
Facilitating legal action: Allows citizens and the Attorney General to more easily initiate lawsuits for voting rights violations and obtain prompt legal relief.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2523
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2025-07-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2523.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening anti-discrimination in voting: Makes it easier to prove that election practices hinder minority voting, even without direct discriminatory intent.
  • Introducing a "preclearance" mechanism: Some states and regions will need federal approval for election law changes if they have a history of voting rights violations.
  • Increasing transparency: Local and state authorities must publicly disclose any changes to voting rules, polling place locations, and electoral district demographics.
  • Protecting election workers and polling places: Imposes penalties for intimidating or physically damaging election-related property to ensure the safety of the voting process.
  • Facilitating legal action: Allows citizens and the Attorney General to more easily initiate lawsuits for voting rights violations and obtain prompt legal relief.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 2025-12-23.

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