California SB1164 amends the Elections Code to strengthen protections against voter suppression and vote dilution.

California SB1164 amends the Elections Code to prohibit political subdivisions and state agencies from engaging in voter suppression and vote dilution. It defines "voter suppression" as any election policy or practice that results in a material disparity affecting protected class members in voter participation or access to voting opportunities. "Vote dilution" is defined as employing a method of election that impairs the equal opportunity or ability of protected class members to nominate or elect candidates of their choice.

California SB1164 amends the Elections Code to strengthen protections against voter suppression and vote dilution.

California SB1164 amends the Elections Code to prohibit political subdivisions and state agencies from engaging in voter suppression and vote dilution. It defines "voter suppression" as any election policy or practice that results in a material disparity affecting protected class members in voter participation or access to voting opportunities. "Vote dilution" is defined as employing a method of election that impairs the equal opportunity or ability of protected class members to nominate or elect candidates of their choice.