Jun 04 The Kansas Supreme Court ruled that voting is not a fundamental right. Here’s what that means By Margery A. Beck, Associated Press The ruling comes after a raft of election law changes in 2021 over the Democratic governor's veto amid false claims by some in the GOP that the 2020 presidential election wasn't valid. Continue reading
Apr 15 What’s in Michigan’s push to expand voting rights By Frances Kai-Hwa Wang This latest slate of election bills are part of Michigan Democrats’ efforts to establish a state Voting Rights Act and further safeguard elections. Continue reading
Apr 01 States move to shore up voting rights protections after courts erode federal safeguards By Steve Karnowski, Associated Press Legislators in Minnesota, Michigan, Maryland, New Jersey and Florida are pursuing state voting rights acts, building on ones enacted by several other states, including New York and Connecticut. Continue reading
Mar 20 Alabama lawmakers approve bills restricting absentee ballot collection and diversity, equity and inclusion efforts By Kim Chandler, Associated Press The Alabama legislation would prohibit universities, K-12 school systems and state agencies from sponsoring DEI programs, defined under the bill as classes, training, programs and events where attendance is based on a person's race, sex, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin… Continue reading
Jan 23 Can Mississippi strip felons of voting rights? Federal judges hear the case By Kevin McGill, Associated Press The outcome of the case at the center of Tuesday's hearing in New Orleans will likely determine whether tens of thousands of people win back the right to vote. Continue reading
Dec 28 Federal judge accepts redrawn Georgia congressional districts that will favor Republicans By Jeff Amy, Associated Press U.S. District Judge Steve Jones on Thursday rejected claims that the new maps didn't cure illegal vote dilution and should be rejected. Continue reading
Nov 11 Report finds people with disabilities continue to face outsized barriers to voting By Katherine Gilyard, The 19th From transportation troubles to a lack of accessible equipment, researchers estimate that if accommodations were prioritized, over 2 million more votes would be cast. Continue reading
Oct 02 What to watch in the Supreme Court’s next term By Marcia Coyle The Supreme Court begins a new term Oct. 2 with public support at a low ebb, ethics clouds hovering above two of its members, and a docket driven by challenges to social media platforms, gun laws, voting rights and more. Continue reading
Jun 08 Supreme Court rules in favor of Black voters in Alabama redistricting case By Associated Press The case had been closely watched for its potential to weaken the landmark voting rights law. Continue reading
May 17 Democrats keep slim Pennsylvania House majority in special election win By Mark Scolforo, Associated Press Democrats will maintain their narrow Pennsylvania House majority after winning a special election in the Philadelphia suburbs. Continue reading