Urges United States Congress to enact "Alice Paul Voter Protection Act."
Impact
The enactment of the 'Alice Paul Voter Protection Act' would establish robust federal standards to safeguard voter registration rights, reversing recent trends that have seen various states implement laws making it more difficult for individuals to register. By introducing severe penalties, including fines and potential prison time for violations, the proposal intends to deter any corrupt efforts to undermine voter participation. This act not only aims to protect individuals but also to reaffirm the foundational democratic principle that every citizen has the right to register and vote.
Summary
ACR107 is an Assembly Concurrent Resolution from New Jersey that urges the United States Congress to enact the 'Alice Paul Voter Protection Act', which is intended to enhance the protection of voter registration rights across the nation. This legislative proposal, sponsored by Representative Andy Kim, aims to combat efforts to obstruct individuals from registering to vote and to provide penalties for those found guilty of such actions. The proposed act is seen as a significant move to uphold democratic principles and ensure that all citizens can exercise their right to vote without unnecessary barriers.
Contention
While applauded by advocates for voting rights, ACR107 faces opposition from those who believe it would impose federal overreach into state voting laws, which are traditionally managed at the state level. Critics argue that the legislation could dilute state authority and fail to address issues of voter fraud or integrity. Moreover, the focus on penalizing actions that hinder voter registration is seen by some as insufficient, as it may not comprehensively address the broader obstacles faced by potential voters, such as accessibility and information dissemination challenges.
Asks Joint Committee on Library of Congress to approve replacing NJ statues of Richard Stockton and Philip Kearny in National Statuary Hall Collection with statues of Harriet Tubman and Alice Paul.
Asks Joint Committee on Library of Congress to approve replacing NJ statues of Richard Stockton and Philip Kearny in National Statuary Hall Collection with statues of Harriet Tubman and Alice Paul.