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AL SJR7
Joint Resolution
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Merika Coleman-Evans
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AI Summary
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Alabama Legislature expresses support for passage of two federal voting rights bills: the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act
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John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act was reintroduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 14 by Rep. Terri Sewell on March 5, 2025 (60th Anniversary of Bloody Sunday) and as S.B. 4 by Senators Durbin and Warnock on July 29, 2025
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Freedom to Vote Act (H.R. 11) includes 300 pages authored by former Congressman John R. Lewis and was previously introduced in the 117th Congress
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Resolution recognizes the work and legacy of former Congressman John R. Lewis and his dedication to civil and human rights
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Sponsored by Senators Coleman, Stewart, Coleman-Madison, Figures, Smitherman, and Singleton; first read January 14, 2026
Legislative Description
John R. Lewis Voting Right Advancement Act, Freedom to Vote Act, supported
Resolutions
Last Action
Pending House Rules
1/14/2026