Tag: voter rolls
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North Carolina Lawmakers Send Two Election Bills to Stein’s Desk; Governor Signals Veto of the Larger One
On August 4, North Carolina’s General Assembly approved two election bills, HB 958 reducing early voting and HB 834 focusing on administrative changes. Governor Josh Stein plans to veto HB 958, citing voter access concerns, while HB 834 faces no veto threat. Most of HB 958’s provisions will start in 2027.
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Ninth Circuit, Sitting En Banc, Vacates Injunction on Arizona Voter-List Provisions, Narrows Standing Rules
The Ninth Circuit Court ruled that Arizona’s lower court incorrectly blocked provisions of a 2022 election law regarding voter registration. The court found that advocacy organizations lacked standing to challenge one provision but had standing for another, resulting in different outcomes. Precedent related to organizational standing was overruled, impacting future litigations.
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Federal Court Rejects DOJ Bid to Access New Jersey’s Full Voter Roll
A New Jersey federal judge dismissed the DOJ’s lawsuit for the state’s unredacted voter registration list, stating the federal law cited does not permit such requests. This ruling highlights legal limits on federal access to voter data, impacting similar cases across the nation as the DOJ continues its efforts to obtain voter information.
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Alabama House Advances Bill to Strip Phone Numbers from Voter Rolls
The Alabama Legislature passed House Bill 67, altering voter registration data handling by removing phone numbers from official lists and capping access costs at $1,000. The bill, aimed at protecting voter privacy and reducing robocalls, allows voters to opt in for phone number inclusion. It now goes to the Senate for consideration.
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Florida Lawmakers Move to Add Citizenship Verification to Voter Registration
Florida legislators are advancing House Bill 985, which mandates citizenship verification for voter registration and introduces stricter ID requirements. Proponents argue it ensures election integrity, while opponents view it as unnecessary and potentially suppressive. This measure reflects national trends on voter eligibility, emphasizing the ongoing debate between election security and access.
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Republicans Unveil ‘Make Elections Great Again’ Act: What It Would Do and Why It Matters
Republicans unveiled the Make Elections Great Again Act (MEGA Act), aimed at establishing national standards for federal elections to enhance voter confidence and security. The bill requires photo IDs, new voter registration criteria, and stricter ballot regulations. Critics argue it risks voter access, particularly for marginalized groups, intensifying debates ahead of the 2026 midterms.
