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A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".
9/24/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill SRES 822
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.
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.
Congressional Summary of SRES 822
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.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 822
Bill SRES 822 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 17, 2024. Bill SRES 822 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 17, 2024. Bill SRES 822's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S6100-6101) as of September 17, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 822
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
62Democrat Cosponsors
58Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
4Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 822
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 822
A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".
A resolution designating September 2024 as "National Voting Rights Month".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 822
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