Proposed
Resolution · 119th Congress · SRES 854
A resolution designating September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month".
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Introduced 2026-09-15Topic: elections democracy · civil rights · educationSummary
AI-generated summary, report an errorThis Senate resolution would designate September 2026 as "National Voting Rights Month." It encourages Congress to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and other voting rights legislation, and to oppose the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act. It recommends that public schools and universities teach students about voting, the history of voter suppression, and current voting restrictions. It also invites Congress to fund public service announcements about election dates, registration deadlines, and voting. As a resolution, it states the Senate's position and does not create new law.
Sponsors
- Ron Wyden Democrat sponsor
- 30 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-15 | Senate | Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S4737-4738) | refer |
| 2026-09-15 | Submitted in Senate | introduce |