Civil rights groups prevailed in their lawsuit against Sec. of State Alex Padilla to expand voter registration opportunities to the physically challenged.
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States Slow To Spend Election Security Funds, Report Finds
States slow to spend funds to enhance election security as only 8.1% was put to use in the first six months it was available, report finds.
How Effective Is Voter Registration At Tax Time?
There are good reasons to believe voter registration at tax time would be an efficient and effective approach to increasing voter registration.
Colorado Lawmaker Sponsors Bill To Allow Blind To Vote Privately
Blind Coloradans say the state’s move to all-mail ballots six years ago left them behind. They’re pushing for a bill to change that.
Vote-By-Mail System is Making Headway in Frozen Giant Alaska
In year-two of the vote by mail election process, workers are using experience from 2018 to streamline this year’s ballot collection and counting.
Kentucky Professor Outlines The Case For Mandatory Voting
A University of Kentucky law professor is suggesting mandatory voting may be the change necessary to improve voter turnout.
Hawaii House Passes Presidential Candidate Income Tax Bill
On March 28, the Hawaii House passed SB 94 which requires general election presidential candidates to post their latest income tax return on a web page.
One Voting Expert Optimistic About The Future Of American Voting
One voting expert, Josh Douglas, optimistic about the future of american voting rights at a moment when it is wrapped up in brutal partisan warfare.
NY Election Law Should Encourage, Not Inhibit Candidates
The problem with elections in New York is not that we have too many people seeking elective office — as evidenced in the lack of competing candidates.
Even Very Short Jail Sentences Drive People Away From Voting
Felon disenfranchisement remains vital and effects of the criminal justice system on voting patterns go beyond laws that strip people of their voting rights