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Connecticut Joins Five Other States in Passing State-Level Voting Rights Act Protections

June 13, 2023June 13, 2023

June 12th, Connecticut became the sixth state to pass a state-level voting rights act, adding pro-voter protections gutted from the federal Voting Rights Act by the U.S. Supreme Court. Other states are considering similar proposals.

After Wisconsin’s Supreme Court Election, Expect More GOP State Laws Restricting College Student Voting

May 10, 2023May 11, 2023

After Wisconsin's Supreme Court Election, Expect More GOP State Laws Restricting College Student Voting

Election Issues in Harris County, Texas Spawn Bills Aimed at Controlling Its Election Administration

May 4, 2023May 4, 2023

As the end of the legislative session draws near in Texas, we have an update on bills targeted at controlling Harris County election administration, where logistical and technical problems marred November’s election.

New Brennan Center Survey Shows Election Workers Concerned for Threats, Funding & Political Interference in Future Elections

May 2, 2023May 4, 2023

The Brennan Center for Justice just released its annual survey of election workers. A majority of election officials say they are under threat, understaffed and underfunded, and they’re worried about political leaders trying to influence the next election.

Historic Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Shifts the State Supreme Court & Could Impact Critical Issues – Including Gerrymandering

April 5, 2023April 5, 2023

While the historic arraignment of former President Donald Trump dominated the news April 4th, a historic Supreme Court election in Wisconsin may shift the state’s political landscape - and maybe even Congress.