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S.J.Res. 6: A joint resolution disapproving the action of the District of Columbia Council in approving the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022.

Ted Cruz

Quick Facts

Bill Sponsor: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX)

Congress: 118th

Date Introduced: February 1, 2023

Last Action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. (February 1, 2023)

Bill Summary

This joint resolution nullifies the Local Resident Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2022, enacted by the council of the District of Columbia. The act allows noncitizens who meet residency and other requirements to vote in local elections in the district.