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John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act signed into law

Landmark voting rights legislation—known as the John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act—was signed into law late today. The legislation was sponsored by Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson. Bill A1715 will strengthen voting rights protections in New Jersey by expanding access to the ballot, increasing protections against voter suppression and discrimination, improving language accessibility, and creating stronger oversight of election practices. […]
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