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Washington Post: Wisconsin judge blocks Republicans’ lame-duck power grab (News Clips)

A Wisconsin judge on Thursday blocked several lightning-fast actions in December by the state legislature to limit the power of its incoming governor and preserve policies implemented by his predecessor.

League Celebrates Wisconsin Win for Democracy (Press Release)

Today a Wisconsin judge ruled in favor of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin in our suit against the state legislature. 

Observing the Historic Passage of H.R. 1 (Blog)

Watching the passage of H.R. 1, the For the People Act, was a spectacular experience. The League worked to build support for this legislation and shape the bill’s language.

League Endorses Native American Voting Rights Act of 2019 (Legal Document)

LWVUS joined other civil rights organizations supporting the Native American Voting Rights Act of 2019. 

League of Women Voters Applauds House of Representatives for Passing the For the People Act (Press Release)
League of Women Voters Urges Support for HR1, Opposition for Weakening Amendments (Legal Document)

The League of Women Voters sent a statement for the record in support of HR1.

League Urges Support of HR1 and Opposition to Tactics to Weaken Bill (Legal Document)

The League of Women Voters strongly urges members of the U.S. House to vote for HR1, the For the People Act.

League Urges Support for HR1 Companion in U.S. Senate (Legal Document)

The League sent a memo to the U.S. Senate urging members to support and co-sponsor a companion bill to HR1, the For the People Act.

LWV Supports H.R. 4 (Press Release)

With the introduction of this bill, it is time for Congress to update the Voting Rights Act and restore the vote for millions of disenfranchised voters. 

99 Years Later – the League of Women Voters is Still Fighting for Voting Rights (Blog)