HB444

An Act To Amend Title 15 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act.

Final Passage·6/30/26

Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act aims to prevent voter suppression and discrimination in voting.

The Delaware John Lewis Voting Rights Act seeks to prevent voter suppression and discrimination in voting by establishing mechanisms for challenging voting discrimination, prohibiting vote dilution, and ensuring language assistance in elections. It allows aggrieved individuals, organizations, or the Attorney General to file actions in court to address violations. The act defines prohibited voter suppression and vote dilution, and mandates remedies such as changes to election methods or policies.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 21–0 · Jun 30
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

21 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Jun 25

11:00 AM

Elections & Government Affairs

Jun 16

12:30 PM

Appropriations

History

Jun 30

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Finance) in Senate with 4 On Its Merits

Jun 30

Senate

Passed By Senate. Votes: 21 YES

Jun 25

Senate

Reported Out of Committee (Elections & Government Affairs) in Senate with 1 Favorable, 3 On Its Merits