Cuellar Votes to Pass Voting Rights Legislation

Statement

Today, U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar (TX-28) voted in favor of the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act. This bill ensures safe, secure, and accessible elections for all, enhances the ability of every American to cast their ballots freely, equally and without interference, and sets national standards for voting access to guarantee the right to vote in our nation's democracy.

The legislation passed the House in a 220-203 vote and now heads to the Senate.

"Over the last several years, we have witnessed a terrible assault on voting rights--both in Texas and across the country--through restrictive voter ID laws and laws that disproportionately affect minorities," said Congressman Cuellar. "This bill is a necessary piece of legislation that ensures, at the federal level, that all Americans have the right to vote. House Democrats will not falter in the fight for the right to vote. It is past time the Senate takes meaningful action to move this piece of legislation. I remain committed to ensuring our democracy can prosper with the voice of all constituents."

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