Congress Enacts the Freedom to Vote Act
Bolstering Voter Protections and Reforming Election Laws
Key Highlights of the Landmark Legislation
Congress has enacted the Freedom to Vote Act, a comprehensive bill that significantly expands voter access, protects election integrity, and modernizes election laws. The Act addresses a wide range of issues, including:
- Automatic voter registration
- Same-day voter registration
- Early voting expansion
- Mail-in voting protections
- Curbing voter suppression tactics
- Protecting election workers
The Act was passed pursuant to Congress's broad authority under the Constitution, including the Elections Clause and the Necessary and Proper Clause. It has been hailed by voting rights advocates as a landmark achievement.
The Freedom to Vote Act is a bipartisan effort, with support from both Democrats and Republicans. It is expected to be signed into law by President Biden in the coming days.
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