A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".

9/24/2024, 10:56 AM

This resolution

  • designates September 2024 as National Voting Rights Month,
  • encourages people to uphold the right to vote,
  • encourages Congress to pass certain voting rights legislation,
  • recommends the development of a curriculum in public schools and universities regarding voting,
  • expresses appreciation for the U.S. Postal Service having issued a special Representative John R. Lewis stamp, and
  • invites Congress to allocate funds for public service announcements regarding elections.
Bill 118 S.Res. 822, also known as a resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month," was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of recognizing the importance of voting rights in the United States. The resolution seeks to raise awareness about the significance of voting and encourage citizens to exercise their right to vote.

The resolution highlights the historical struggles and sacrifices made by individuals and groups to secure voting rights for all Americans. It also emphasizes the importance of protecting and expanding voting rights to ensure a fair and inclusive democratic process.

By designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month," the resolution aims to promote voter education, engagement, and participation. It calls on government officials, community leaders, and organizations to organize events and activities that celebrate voting rights and encourage voter registration and turnout. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 822 underscores the fundamental role that voting plays in a democracy and seeks to honor and uphold the legacy of those who fought for the right to vote. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to protect and strengthen voting rights for all Americans.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 822

Introduced on
2024-09-17

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

9/17/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution

  • designates September 2024 as National Voting Rights Month,
  • encourages people to uphold the right to vote,
  • encourages Congress to pass certain voting rights legislation,
  • recommends the development of a curriculum in public schools and universities regarding voting,
  • expresses appreciation for the U.S. Postal Service having issued a special Representative John R. Lewis stamp, and
  • invites Congress to allocate funds for public service announcements regarding elections.
Bill 118 S.Res. 822, also known as a resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month," was introduced in the US Congress with the aim of recognizing the importance of voting rights in the United States. The resolution seeks to raise awareness about the significance of voting and encourage citizens to exercise their right to vote.

The resolution highlights the historical struggles and sacrifices made by individuals and groups to secure voting rights for all Americans. It also emphasizes the importance of protecting and expanding voting rights to ensure a fair and inclusive democratic process.

By designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month," the resolution aims to promote voter education, engagement, and participation. It calls on government officials, community leaders, and organizations to organize events and activities that celebrate voting rights and encourage voter registration and turnout. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 822 underscores the fundamental role that voting plays in a democracy and seeks to honor and uphold the legacy of those who fought for the right to vote. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to protect and strengthen voting rights for all Americans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".

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Latest Summary12/17/2024

This resolution

  • designates September 2024 as National Voting Rights Month,
  • encourages people to uphold the right to vote,
  • encourages Congress to pass certain voting rights legislation,
  • recommends the development ...

Latest Action9/17/2024
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6100-6101)