IL HJR0034

Urges Congress to adopt a constitutional amendment establishing an affirmative right to vote for all U.S. citizens of voting age.

Argues that the U.S. Constitution currently lacks an explicit guarantee of voting rights, leaving them vulnerable to restriction and inconsistent state-level implementation.

Condemns voter suppression efforts at state and federal levels, citing concerns including varying felony disenfranchisement policies, inconsistent voter identification requirements, and barriers faced by college students and overseas voters.

Notes that 49 of 50 states have voting rights protections in their constitutions, and that such an amendment would empower Congress to establish minimum electoral standards for consistency and legitimacy nationwide.

Directs delivery of the resolution to President Biden, Vice President Harris, Speaker Pelosi, Senate Majority Leader Schumer, and all members of Congress.