John R. Lewis Voting Right Advancement Act, Freedom to Vote Act, supported
This is a symbolic resolution (not a bill) passed by the Alabama Legislature expressing support for two federal voting rights bills. It formally endorses the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act as congressional legislation, without creating new state laws or altering voting procedures in Alabama. The resolution honors the legacy of Congressman John Lewis and acknowledges the federal bills' goals to strengthen voting access and combat voter suppression. It has no direct effect on Alabama's voting laws or policies, as it only expresses legislative support for pending federal measures.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2026
Last action Jan 14, 2026
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Total actions
4
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Amendments
1
Jan 14, 2026
Upper · Passed
Motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote
upper
Jan 14, 2026
Committee
Received in the House and referred to the House committee on Rules
lower
Jan 14, 2026
Lower · Passed
Pending Committee Action in Second House (Rules)
lower
0 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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