DIGEST
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or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HCR 77 Engrossed 2015 Regular Session Jackson
Memorializes the U.S. Congress to amend and reenact Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act, so that
Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act can be enforced to secure and protect the right to vote for millions
of Americans.
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The Committee Amendments Proposed by House Committee on House and Governmental
Affairs to the original concurrent resolution:
1. Specify that the resolution shall not be interpreted or construed to be an expression of
support of specified federal legislation.