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Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month".
12/31/2022, 5:35 AM
Summary of Bill HRES 700
Bill 117 H.Res. 700, titled "Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as 'National Voting Rights Month'", is a resolution introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this resolution is to recognize and support the importance of voting rights in the United States by designating the month of September 2021 as National Voting Rights Month.
The resolution highlights the significance of voting rights in a democratic society and emphasizes the need to protect and expand access to voting for all eligible citizens. It acknowledges the historical struggles and sacrifices made by individuals and groups to secure and defend voting rights, particularly for marginalized communities.
The resolution also calls on Congress to take action to strengthen voting rights protections, including passing legislation to ensure fair and accessible elections, combat voter suppression, and promote voter participation. It encourages states and local governments to implement policies and practices that make it easier for all eligible citizens to exercise their right to vote. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 700 aims to raise awareness about the importance of voting rights and to promote efforts to protect and expand access to the ballot box for all Americans. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to safeguard democracy and ensure that every voice is heard in the electoral process.
The resolution highlights the significance of voting rights in a democratic society and emphasizes the need to protect and expand access to voting for all eligible citizens. It acknowledges the historical struggles and sacrifices made by individuals and groups to secure and defend voting rights, particularly for marginalized communities.
The resolution also calls on Congress to take action to strengthen voting rights protections, including passing legislation to ensure fair and accessible elections, combat voter suppression, and promote voter participation. It encourages states and local governments to implement policies and practices that make it easier for all eligible citizens to exercise their right to vote. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 700 aims to raise awareness about the importance of voting rights and to promote efforts to protect and expand access to the ballot box for all Americans. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to safeguard democracy and ensure that every voice is heard in the electoral process.
Congressional Summary of HRES 700
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,
- encourages the U.S. Postal Service to issue a special John R. Lewis stamp during the month of September, and
- invites Congress to allocate funds for public service announcements regarding elections.
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Current Status of Bill HRES 700
Bill HRES 700 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 30, 2021. Bill HRES 700 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 30, 2021. Bill HRES 700's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 700
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
8Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 700
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsPotential Impact Areas
- Civics education
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Correctional facilities and imprisonment
- Elections, voting, political campaign regulation
- Elementary and secondary education
- Georgia
- Government ethics and transparency, public corruption
- Government information and archives
- Higher education
- House of Representatives
- Marketing and advertising
- Members of Congress
- Postal service
- Protest and dissent
- Racial and ethnic relations
- State and local government operations
- Teaching, teachers, curricula
- U.S. history
- Voting rights
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 700
Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month".
Expressing support for the designation of September 2021 as "National Voting Rights Month".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HRES 700
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