Important issues
How did your state legislator vote?
Will this bill allow illegals to vote in NYS?
The John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York, named after the late civil rights leader and congressman, aims to strengthen protections against voter suppression by establishing clear rights of action for disenfranchised groups and increasing oversight to prevent intimidation at the polls. However, recent amendments to the bill are raising eyebrows and sparking contentious debates.
One of the most notable changes involves replacing the term “eligible voters” with “individuals” in key sections of the legislation. This subtle shift has led to concerns that the broader language could potentially open the door for illegals to access voting rights in specific circumstances. Critics argue that removing the term “voters” from a bill focused on voting rights introduces ambiguity that could be exploited. This bill opens the door for administrative challenges and a slippery slope toward policies that undermine the integrity of elections.
The controversy has also draws comparisons to the now rescinded law in NYC allowing non-citizens to vote in school elections. That law is now being appealed in court.
A10357 Floor Votes
Date 06/03/2024 • Assembly Vote • Yea/Nay 100/45
Date 06/05/2024 • State Senators • Yea/Nay 40/19