H.R. 8825 · 118th Congress
Right to Vote Act
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Specifically, the bill declares that every citizen of legal voting age shall have the fundamental right to vote in federal elections.
What it does: CRS summary · Introduced in House · Jun 25, 2024
Right to Vote Act
This bill addresses the right to vote in federal elections.
Specifically, the bill declares that every citizen of legal voting age shall have the fundamental right to vote in federal elections.
In addition, the bill prohibits federal, state, and local governments from substantially impairing the ability to vote in federal elections unless the government action furthers an important and particularized governmental interest. Further, the bill specifies that a government may not diminish the ability to vote in federal elections unless the action uses the least restrictive means to achieve such an interest.
A violation of rights created by the bill may be challenged in district court, and a prevailing plaintiff may receive attorney fees. The bill outlines judicial review standards for challenges to voting practices.
Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service. All summary versions on Congress.gov
About this bill and sources
Official title: Right to Vote Act
Latest action (Jul 10, 2024): Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4561)
Policy area: Government Operations and Politics · Origin: House · Introduced: Jun 25, 2024
Official page on Congress.gov · Bill text (GovInfo) · Status record (XML)
No recorded floor vote found.