Establishes the "John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey" to protect voting rights.

The "John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey" establishes the Division of Voting Rights to enforce voting rights and election laws. It mandates preclearance for certain voting policies, ensuring they do not disproportionately burden protected classes. The act provides criteria for determining voting rights violations, including racially polarized voting and vote dilution. It also establishes the New Jersey Voting and Elections Institute to maintain election data and foster research. The act appropriates $2.5 million for implementation.

Establishes the "John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey" to protect voting rights.

The "John R. Lewis Voter Empowerment Act of New Jersey" establishes the Division of Voting Rights to enforce voting rights and election laws. It mandates preclearance for certain voting policies, ensuring they do not disproportionately burden protected classes. The act provides criteria for determining voting rights violations, including racially polarized voting and vote dilution. It also establishes the New Jersey Voting and Elections Institute to maintain election data and foster research. The act appropriates $2.5 million for implementation.