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CA ACA4
CA
Status
Introduced
2/6/2023
Primary Sponsor
Isaac Bryan
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AI Summary
- Repeals the constitutional requirement that the Legislature disqualify electors incarcerated in state or federal prison for felony convictions
- Allows individuals serving prison sentences for felony convictions to vote if they otherwise meet eligibility requirements (U.S. citizen, at least 18 years old, state resident)
- Removes language from Section 2 of Article II requiring restoration of voting rights upon completion of prison term
- Removes language from Section 4 of Article II that authorized Legislature to disqualify voters serving felony prison sentences
- Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative houses and passage by California voters
Legislative Description
Elections: eligibility to vote.
Last Action
Ordered to inactive file at the request of Assembly Member Bryan.
9/14/2023
Committee Referrals
Appropriations4/19/2023
Elections3/30/2023
Full Bill Text
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