Bills expanding voting rights have been introduced in many states to tackle felon disenfranchisement which mostly affects blacks.
Felon Voting articles on Democracy Chronicles
Felony disenfranchisement, determined separately by each state, is the practice of prohibiting people from voting based on the fact that they have been convicted of a criminal offence. Felon voting rights remain a controversial reform among many. Also see our section on American democracy and our Voter Access articles.
Washington Governor Restores Voting Rights For Parolees
Gov. Jay Inslee signed bill Wednesday restoring voting rights for Washington state parolees as soon as they are come out of jail.
Iowa Considers Bill Providing Felons Path To Restoring Voting Rights
If a March 11 bill becomes law, people with felony convictions in Iowa with commuted terms will be able to vote again automatically.
New Report Outlines Mississippi Voting Barriers Faced After Prison
New report shows Mississippians who complete their jail terms should have a straightforward path to regaining their voting rights.
Connecticut Pushing To Restore Voting Rights For People On Parole
In addition to citizens on probation, advocates now want Connecticut legislators to extend voting rights to people on parole as well.
Washington to Restore Voting Rights to People on Probation and Parole
Washington State House voted to restore voting rights to thousands with past criminal convictions who are on probation and parole.
Florida sued for violating the 19th Amendment
Florida voted to restore the right to vote of convicts but in 2019 Gov. DeSantis signed a bill into law disenfranchising thousands of felons.
Bill Aims at Restoring New Mexico Felon Voting Rights
Democrats are once again trying to remove barriers that prevent formerly incarcerated felons from regaining their right to vote.
Maryland Make Moves Toward Voting Rights for Incarcerated People
Lawmakers and activists are working to make sure that Maryland’s formerly and currently incarcerated individuals can vote.
Officials Lack Transparency in Arizona Jail Voting Procedures
Campaign Legal Center wants to know how many people in Arizona jails are being denied their constitutional right to vote across the state.