Supporting the designation of September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".

10/5/2024, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 1461

Bill 118 HRES 1461, also known as the "National Voting Rights Month" bill, aims to designate September 2024 as a month dedicated to celebrating and promoting voting rights in the United States. The bill recognizes the importance of voting as a fundamental right in a democratic society and seeks to raise awareness about the history of voting rights struggles in the country.

The bill highlights the significance of ensuring that all eligible citizens have equal access to the voting process and emphasizes the need to protect and expand voting rights for all Americans. It also acknowledges the ongoing challenges and barriers that certain communities face when trying to exercise their right to vote.

By designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month," the bill aims to encourage civic engagement, voter education, and participation in the electoral process. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and strengthening democracy through active and informed participation in elections. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1461 seeks to honor the legacy of those who fought for voting rights in the past and to inspire future generations to continue the fight for a more inclusive and equitable democracy.

Congressional Summary of HRES 1461

This resolution

  • expresses support for the designation of 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.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 1461

Bill HRES 1461 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 17, 2024. Bill HRES 1461 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 17, 2024.  Bill HRES 1461's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on House Administration, Science, Space, and Technology, Oversight and Accountability, Financial Services, Ways and Means, Natural Resources, Homeland Security, and Education and the Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of September 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 1461

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
90
Democrat Cosponsors
90
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 1461

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 1461

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 1461

R
Marc A. Veasey
Texas(Democrat)
R
Bonnie Watson Coleman
New Jersey(Democrat)
R
Frederica S. Wilson
Florida(Democrat)
R
Mark Takano
California(Democrat)
R
Paul Tonko
New York(Democrat)

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