HR-8941 : Still Just a Bill

This bill establishes that an individual's right to vote in a federal election may not be abridged due to a criminal conviction unless the individual is incarcerated for a felony sentence at the time of the election. The bill also (1) requires incarcerated individuals to be notified of the restoration of their voting rights upon release, and (2) prohibits states and local governments that do not comply with this bill from receiving federal funds for constructing or improving prisons.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-12-10IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
2020-12-10IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Crime and Law Enforcement
See Subjects
  • Civil actions and liability
  • Correctional facilities and imprisonment
  • Criminal procedure and sentencing
  • Law enforcement administration and funding
  • Voting rights

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