Restores voting rights for individuals convicted of infamous crimes upon completion of their sentence or restoration of citizenship rights.
This bill amends Tennessee law to restore voting rights for individuals convicted of infamous crimes upon completion of their sentence or restoration of citizenship rights. It specifies that individuals convicted of certain crimes, such as first-degree murder, aggravated rape, treason, or voter fraud, will never be eligible to vote in Tennessee. The bill also outlines procedures for verifying and restoring voting rights, including the issuance of certificates of voting rights restoration. It takes effect upon becoming law.
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