H.R. 8101 · 116th Congress
Every American Has the Right To Vote Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Val Demings
- Introduced
- 2020-08-25
- Latest action
- 2020-08-25 · Introduced in House
Summary
Every American Has the Right To Vote Act
This bill prohibits states from denying or abridging the right of a U.S. citizen to vote in a federal election based on a criminal conviction. (Currently, some states disallow individuals from voting, either temporarily or indefinitely, after incarceration for a felony.)
Further, states and federal courts must notify individuals who are convicted of a criminal offense of their right to vote in federal elections.