Voting Clarity Act of 2024
The Voting Clarity Act of 2024 requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to provide asylum applicants with clear, understandable information about federal voting restrictions and penalties for illegal voting at the time they apply for asylum. This applies specifically to individuals seeking asylum under Section 208 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill mandates that this information be provided in a language and format the applicant can comprehend, including details about penalties under federal law. It does not change voting eligibility or laws but ensures applicants are informed of legal consequences before applying.
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Jun 2024
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Introduced Jun 28, 2024
Last action Jun 28, 2024
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Jun 28, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jun 28, 2024
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Ruben Gallego
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