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Proposal:A resolution designating September 2023 as "National Voting Rights Month".

This proposal is archived and closed to further debate. It was introduced in the 118th Congress, which has concluded, and the bill was not enacted into law.
Geographic Scope
National

Description

This resolution * designates September 2023 as National Voting Rights Month,

  • encourages people to uphold the right to vote,
  • encourages Congress to pass certain voting rights legislation,
  • recommends the development of a curriculum in public schools and universities regarding voting,
  • expresses appreciation for the U.S. Postal Service having issued a special Representative John R. Lewis stamp, and
  • invites Congress to allocate funds for public service announcements regarding elections.

Bill Title

A resolution designating September 2023 as "National Voting Rights Month".

Linked Goals

Steps

  • 2023-09-19: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4598-4599)
  • 2023-09-19: Introduced in Senate

Projected Outcome

A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.