Freedom To Vote Act Brennan Center

The Freedom to Vote Act: Protecting American Democracy

Landmark Legislation to Strengthen Elections

Protecting Voting Access, Preventing Partisan Interference

The Freedom to Vote Act, introduced by Senate Democrats led by Senator Amy Klobuchar, is a comprehensive pro-democracy legislation that aims to safeguard the freedom to vote and strengthen American democracy. This landmark bill builds upon the principles of the For the People Act, which was passed by the House in March.

The Freedom to Vote Act establishes baseline national standards to protect voting access and prevent partisan interference in elections. It tackles key issues that have undermined the integrity of our electoral system, including voter suppression, gerrymandering, and the influence of dark money.

The bill empowers Congress to exercise its constitutional authority to regulate federal elections. It sets forth provisions to:

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Expand early voting and make it more accessible, including on weekends and evenings.

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Make voter registration automatic and simplify the process, ensuring that eligible citizens are registered to vote.

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Prevent voter suppression tactics, such as restrictive voter ID laws and cuts to polling places.

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Ban partisan gerrymandering, the practice of redrawing electoral districts to favor one political party.

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Increase transparency and accountability in election funding by requiring disclosure of political spending.

The Freedom to Vote Act is essential to protect the integrity of our elections and ensure that all Americans have an equal voice in our democratic process. By strengthening voting rights, preventing partisan manipulation, and promoting transparency, this legislation will help restore trust in our electoral system and safeguard the future of American democracy.