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H.R.4459: Democracy Restoration Act of 2014
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about civil rights and liberties, minority issues
- Introduced April 10, 2014
- Latest Major Action June 9, 2014
- See the six similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
28 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Democracy Restoration Act of 2014 - Declares that the right of a U.S. citizen to vote in any election for federal office shall not be denied or abridged because that individual has been convicted of a criminal offense unless, at the time of the election, such individual is serving a felony sentence in a correctional institution or facility. Provides for enforcement of, and remedies for violations of, this Act. Sets forth requirements for...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| June 9, 2014 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.
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| April 10, 2014 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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| April 10, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by John Conyers Jr. (D-Mich.) |