Democracy and elections II

Two bills that encourage greater voter participation are moving forward in the Virginia General Assembly. 

HJ 628 (Ware) would restore voting rights for non-violent felons who have completed their sentences. It passed the House Privileges & Elections' Constitutional subcommittee by a vote of 4-3 and is now before the full Privileges & Elections Committee. Contact committee members and urge them to support restoration of voting rights! More info at CCC.

SB 810 (Howell) early allows voters to vote absentee in-person without providing a reason. It will probably come before the Senate next week. Contact your Senator to support SB 810. More info at CCC.