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A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote.

5/4/2026, 10:13 PM

Summary of Bill SJRES 186

The bill titled "A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote" was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 27, 2026.

Congressional Summary of SJRES 186

This joint resolution proposes a constitutional amendment related to the fundamental right to vote.

Specifically, it grants every U.S. citizen of legal voting age the fundamental right to vote in any public election held in the jurisdiction in which the citizen resides.

Next, it specifies that the fundamental right to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States, a state, or a political subdivision of a state, unless the denial or abridgment is in furtherance of a compelling governmental interest by the least restrictive means.

Finally, it repeals a specific portion of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution, which allows for the denial of the right to vote based on crime. (Currently, some states disallow individuals from voting, either temporarily or indefinitely, after incarceration for a felony.)

Current Status of Bill SJRES 186

Bill SJRES 186 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 27, 2026. Bill SJRES 186 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 27, 2026.  Bill SJRES 186's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S2055) as of April 27, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill SJRES 186

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
9
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SJRES 186

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill SJRES 186

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote.
A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States relative to the fundamental right to vote.

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