New Jersey Senate Panel Advances Bill to Ban Voter ID Requirements
“New Jersey Senate Panel Advances Bill to Ban Voter Identification Requirements: TRENTON, N.J. — A sweeping New Jersey voting rights bill moved closer to becoming law Tuesday after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved the “John Lewis Voter Empowerment Act” in a 7-2 vote, setting off sharp partisan clashes over voter ID, state oversight and the role courts could play in local elections.”
Summary
The New Jersey Senate Judiciary Committee voted 7‑2 to approve the John Lewis Voter Empowerment Act, advancing the voting‑rights bill that would prohibit voter‑identification requirements. The vote and the partisan debate described occurred as reported.
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