Freedom to Vote Act Progresses in Congress
Bill Addresses Voter Access, Integrity, and Redistricting
The Freedom to Vote Act (FTVA), a landmark voting rights legislation, has advanced in Congress, poised to make significant changes to the electoral landscape.
Provisions of the Act
The FTVA addresses a wide range of voting issues, including:
- Voter registration and access
- Election integrity and security
- Redistricting
- Campaign finance
Background and Significance
The FTVA is a scaled-down version of the For the People Act (HR 1), which was introduced in 2021 but failed to pass the Senate. The FTVA seeks to expand voting access, particularly for marginalized communities, and to strengthen election security and transparency.
The bill makes it a federal crime to interfere with voter registration, imposes new requirements for states to conduct audits, and provides for automatic voter registration. It also sets new standards for redistricting and places limits on campaign contributions.
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