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Reduces Penalties for Voting Misdemeanors

Recent Bills/Reduces Penalties for Voting Misdemeanors

Reduces Penalties for Voting Misdemeanors

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Failed1 year ago

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Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

Why This Matters

This bill reduces penalties for minor voting offenses and creates a new act focused on water access.

If you have faced minor voting penalties, this bill reduces those penalties significantly.

Who this affects

voters · minor voting offenders

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill lowers penalties for certain voting-related misdemeanors, making them less severe.
2It aims to encourage voter participation by reducing the fear of harsh penalties.
3The bill specifically targets minor offenses, such as improper voting registration.
4It also creates the Water In Line Act of 2025, which addresses water access issues.

Read the detailed summary

To Create The Water In Line Act Of 2025; And To Amend The Law Concerning Penalties For Misdemeanor Offenses Related To Voting.

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Bills must pass the House, Senate, and be signed by the President to become law.

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IntroducedNov 20, 2024

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