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AL SJR7

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

1/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Merika Coleman-Evans

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Resolution recognizes the work and legacy of former Congressman John R. Lewis and his dedication to civil and human rights

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Rules1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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