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FL S0464
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Status
Failed
5/2/2014
Primary Sponsor
Geraldine Thompson
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AI Summary
- Urges Congress to revise the preclearance coverage formula in Section 4 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965
- References the Supreme Court's June 25, 2013 decision in Shelby County v. Holder which struck down the existing Section 4 formula as unconstitutional
- Identifies Florida counties currently covered by Section 5 preclearance requirements: Collier, Hardee, Hendry, Hillsborough, and Monroe Counties
- States that Section 5 protections remain necessary to prevent new discriminatory voting practices in covered jurisdictions
- Requires copies of the memorial be sent to the President, congressional leadership, and all Florida members of Congress
Legislative Description
Voting Rights Act
Last Action
Died in Ethics and Elections
5/2/2014
Committee Referrals
Ethics and Elections12/11/2013
Full Bill Text
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