An Act increasing voter registration and participation to help prevent recidivism
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase voter registration and participation among individuals who have been incarcerated for felony convictions. The goal is to reduce recidivism by allowing these individuals to become more engaged in the democratic process. By removing barriers to voting, the legislation seeks to promote civic reintegration and potentially lessen the likelihood of re-offending. It focuses on expanding access to voter registration and participation for this specific population.
Key provisions
- Allows incarcerated individuals to register to vote.
- Facilitates voter registration for individuals recently released from incarceration.
- Addresses logistical challenges related to voter registration for formerly incarcerated people.
- Aims to increase voter turnout among this population.
- Supports efforts to prevent recidivism through civic engagement.
Who is affected
- Formerly incarcerated individuals
- Individuals with felony convictions
- People released from correctional facilities
- The Department of Correction
- Voter registration boards
Notable changes
- Expands voting rights for a historically disenfranchised group.
- Potentially reduces barriers to civic participation for returning citizens.
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