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Pennsylvania's election code is creating a patchwork of voting experiences, where your county can dictate whether your vote counts or not—this is a crucial equity issue that demands our attention!

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Widestrom warns county-by-county election rules create unequal voting experiences in Pennsylvania
Widestrom highlighted that Pennsylvania's election code leaves gaps and that 67 counties often exercise discretion leading to variation—such as dropbox access and notice of mail-ballot errors—that can produce unequal outcomes for voters.
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September 27, 2026 at 12:56 AM
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Nevada is taking a bold step toward democracy by introducing Assembly Bill 367, aiming to break down language barriers for voters and ensure every voice is heard!

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Nevada Assembly introduces AB 367 to enhance voting access for non-English speakers
AB 367 seeks to ensure equitable voting access for Nevadans with limited English proficiency.
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March 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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In the decades since, however, key protections of the Voting Rights Act are being weakened, leaving questions of access and equity in our democracy unresolved.

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November 3, 2025 at 8:46 PM
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A bold proposal to enhance electoral representation in Whatcom County is sparking important conversations about voter equity and community influence.

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Commissioner proposes amendment for equitable district voting representation
Commission member suggests amendment to enhance voting fairness based on community input.
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June 5, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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Washington State's new House Bill 1750 could transform voting rights for marginalized communities by preventing discriminatory election policies that disproportionately affect their ability to vote.

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Washington State enacts protections for voting rights of marginalized communities
New legislation prohibits election policies imposing burdens on protected class voters.
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February 22, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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A new bill in Washington aims to protect minority voting rights and tackle the issue of polarized voting, but is it the solution or a source of more controversy?

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Washington updates voting rights protections for minority groups
Amendments target polarized voting to ensure equal election opportunities for protected classes.
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February 22, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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I'm THRILLED to see this news released! #yourvoteyourvoice #votingequity

"If people with disabilities voted at the same rate as similar people without disabilities, there would be an additional 2.0 million voters.

The #IowaDDCouncil wants to change that."

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Voter Empowerment Grants
The Iowa DD Council wants to see more people with disabilities vote! We want people with disabilities to help us make this happen.
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May 10, 2024 at 5:10 PM