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S.772: Democracy Restoration Act of 2015
About This Bill
- Introduced March 18, 2015
- Latest Major Action March 18, 2015
- See the five similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (16 Democrats, 1 Independent Democrat)
Bill Summary
Democracy Restoration Act of 2015 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. Prohibits this Act from being...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 18, 2015 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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| March 18, 2015 |
Introduced in the Senate by Benjamin L. Cardin (D-Md.) |