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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
"This is his latest, desperate attempt to abuse the power of the White House to seek more control over the 2026 midterms." — Samantha Tarazi, VRL Co-Founder and CEO. substack.com/home/post/p-...
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Trump Mobilizes DHS and USPS in Latest Assault on Elections
He’d sooner set the Constitution ablaze than face the music in a free and fair election.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The White House's proposed 2027 budget would eliminate the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's entire election security program. More about this and other election law & policy updates from this past week: votingrightslab.org/2026/04/13/t...
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The Markup: Virginia lawsuit seeks to end voting rights for overseas citizens
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We are tracking 1,579 bills this session across 44 states + DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
The latest Trump executive order on elections, explained: votingrightslab.org/2026/04/06/f...
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
This week in election law & policy: President Trump dropped his latest elections executive order, prompting multiple lawsuits. Florida enacted a restrictive proof-of-citizenship voting law (taking effect in 2027.) All this and more in The Markup: votingrightslab.org/2026/04/06/t...
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The Markup: President Trump issues new voting executive order, prompting lawsuits
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1574 bills across 44 states and DC.
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States United Democracy Center @statesunited.org · 02/04/2026
NEW MUST READ >> States United CEO @joannalydgate.bsky.social & @votingrightslab.bsky.social CEO Samantha Tarazi explain why President Trump's latest effort to take control over our elections won’t stand—and how state leaders are already pushing back. time.com/article/2026...
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Trump Is Trying to Nationalize Elections. States Won’t Let Him
"State and local officials are holding the line against federal overreach," write Joanna Lydgate and Samantha Tarazi.
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Joanna Lydgate @joannalydgate.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
States run elections, not the President. In a new op-ed for @time.com, @votingrightslab.bsky.social's Samantha Tarazi and I break down how Trump is trying to change that – and why he won't succeed. time.com/article/2026...
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Trump Is Trying to Nationalize Elections. States Won’t Let Him
"State and local officials are holding the line against federal overreach," write Joanna Lydgate and Samantha Tarazi.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Let's be clear: States run elections. President Trump has no constitutional authority to "nationalize" them. Our CEO Samantha Tarazi's latest in TIME with @statesunited.org's CEO @joannalydgate.bsky.social: time.com/article/2026...
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Trump Is Trying to Nationalize Elections. States Won’t Let Him
"State and local officials are holding the line against federal overreach," write Joanna Lydgate and Samantha Tarazi.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Here’s what we’re tracking this primary season — and what it can tell us about what to expect this November. votingrightslab.org/2026/03/30/p...
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Primary Season is Here. The Stakes Could Not Be Higher.
Our latest analysis offers what we’re tracking this primary season — and our take on what to expect this November.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
From the states to the Senate; a *lot* has happened in election law & policy this week! Get all the updates in the latest edition of the Markup — our weekly newsletter tracking it all. votingrightslab.org/2026/03/30/t...
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The Markup: California county sheriff seizes election materials, prompting lawsuits
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1562 bills across 44 states and DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
This week in election law & policy: A Georgia House committee has voted to delay the state's planned, costly transition to hand-marked paper ballots. All about this and more in The Markup: votingrightslab.org/2026/03/23/t...
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The Markup: Georgia House committee delays state's costly transition to hand-marked paper ballots
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1533 bills across 44 states and DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Regardless of how the SAVE America Act fares in the Senate, several states are pressing forward with Trump's elections agenda. www.npr.org/2026/03/19/n...
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The SAVE Act faces long odds in the Senate. GOP-led states are picking up the cause
Several Republican-led states are passing their own versions of the SAVE America Act, Trump-backed legislation that would introduce new proof-of-citizenship requirements to register to vote.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Three categories of restrictive policy proposals central to Trump's elections agenda have been steadily building momentum in statehouses across the country. We've identified and begun tracking these in our latest analysis: votingrightslab.org/2026/03/10/t...
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Trump’s Election Playbook Builds Momentum in the States
Three categories of policy proposals central to Trump’s election agenda are building momentum in the states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
This week in election law & policy: The Florida legislature has passed a proof of citizenship voting bill. If it is signed into law by Gov. DeSantis, Florida would become the largest state yet to adopt a proof of citizenship voting requirement. votingrightslab.org/2026/03/16/t...
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The Markup: Florida legislature passes proof of citizenship bill
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1520 bills across 44 states and DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
This week: Two state legislatures have approved new proof of citizenship voting bills which, if signed into law by their respective governors, will take effect prior to this year’s midterm elections. Learn more: votingrightslab.org/2026/03/09/t...
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The Markup: Proof of citizenship bill headed to Utah governor
Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1474 bills across 44 states and DC.
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The Horizons Project @horizonsprjt.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
"If elections are run in the states, so too must the movement to defend them from authoritarian overreach." A reminder from @votingrightslab.bsky.social - local action & organizing is the heartbeat of democracy. democracynotesperspectives.substack…
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
While bills like the SAVE America Act have stalled in Congress, we're seeing some states run with Trump's elections agenda in ways that haven't been possible at the federal level. talkingpointsmemo.com/news/with-sa...
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With SAVE Act Stalled in Senate, Red States Carry Water for Trump’s Non-Citizen Voting Myth
Taking a cue from the Trump administration amid its ongoing efforts to...
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
This week in election law & policy: The Department of justice has filed lawsuits against five new states. Twenty-nine states have now been sued in the DOJ's pursuit of access to sensitive state voter data. All about this and other updates:
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The Markup: Department of Justice sues five more states over voter rolls
Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1401 bills across 44 states and DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Both legislative chambers in Virginia passed bills last week that would expand voter access. Read more about this and all of the election policy updates we're tracking: votingrightslab.org/2026/02/09/t...
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The Markup: Judge rejects DOJ attempt to access Oregon voter rolls
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1187 bills this year in 39 states + DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
The constitutionality of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's actions on elections is, in the words of our co-founder and CEO, "highly questionable and deeply concerning." www.nextgov.com/people/2026/...
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Jennifer Harris @jwharris.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
An important read from Sam Tarazi of @votingrightslab.bsky.social in @thebulwark.com
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
The Fulton County, GA elections office FBI raid is "an alarming signal of the kinds of abuses we should expect from Trump and his allies in future elections." More from Samantha Tarazi, VRL Co-founder & CEO in @thebulwark.com: www.thebulwark.com/p/warning-si...
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Warning Signs of Election Interference
The Fulton County raid and other recent developments show how Trump and his allies are moving to discredit losses and control future elections.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
This week in Arizona, a ballot measure is on the move to end all early in-person voting AND ban vote centers. Read all about it, plus all the other updates we're tracking this week in election law & policy: votingrightslab.org/2026/02/02/t...
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The Markup: Trump elections order loses again in court
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1187 bills this year in 39 states + DC.
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Jennifer Harris @jwharris.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
“…this administration continues to escalate its efforts to seize control of our elections — in Minnesota, in Fulton County, Georgia, and throughout the country.” Must read by Sam Tarazi @votingrightslab.bsky.social @contrariannews.org open.substack.com/pub/contrari...
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Pam Bondi Exploited ICE Violence to Control State Elections
The attorney general saw an opportunity to advance the Trump regime’s elections agenda — even if it meant taking advantage of a tragedy.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
The latest escalation in the Trump regime's efforts to seize control of state elections.
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Pam Bondi Exploited ICE Violence to Control State Elections
AG Pam Bondi exploited the tragedy of ICE killing Alex Pretti to advance the Trump regime's elections agenda.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
The day that federal agents killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, U.S. AG Pam Bondi exploited the tragedy to advance the Trump regime's elections agenda — by demanding that Minnesota give the DOJ unfettered access to the state's voting rolls. @contrariannews.org contrarian.substack.com/p/pam-bondi-...
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Pam Bondi Exploited ICE Violence to Control State Elections
The attorney general saw an opportunity to advance the Trump regime’s elections agenda — even if it meant taking advantage of a tragedy.
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Kettering Foundation @kettering.org · 20/01/2026
Samantha Tarazi of @votingrightslab.bsky.social breaks down how elections are protected and where they can be improved on the latest episode of #TheContext: bit.ly/GetTheContext
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
This week in election law & policy: Winter storm disrupts early voting in TX, NY, & LA. A federal court struck down Virginia's felony disenfranchisement policy. Additionally, some GOP officials are eyeing revival of the SAVE Act. Read all about it in The Markup: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/26/t...
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The Markup: GOP lawmakers look to revive SAVE Act
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1044 bills this year in 38 states + DC.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
It's January 20th, 2026 — and we're already tracking 942 voting bills moving in 36 states + D.C. Read the highlights of what we're watching in this week's edition of The Markup: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/20/t...
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The Markup: Arizona advances slate of restrictive voting bills
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 942 bills this session across 36 states.
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Kettering Foundation @kettering.org · 16/01/2026
2026 is a crucial election year in the US. If we want to create a welcome space for free and fair elections, Samantha Tarazi of @votingrightslab.bsky.social encourages us to start small: check your voter registration, stay informed, and engage with people who think differently. 🤝
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
ICYMI: Florida's state legislative session kicked off this week. Ahead of session, members in both chambers prefiled two bills that would impose proof of citizenship requirements on Florida voters. More on this & other state election legislation we're tracking: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/12/t...
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The Markup: Third federal court strikes down key pieces of Trump's executive order
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 770 bills this session across 34 states.
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Kettering Foundation @kettering.org · 13/01/2026
The Constitution is clear: the power of elections lives with states and Congress. We welcomed voting and policy expert Samantha Tarazi (@votingrightslab.bsky.social) to #TheContext to help us understand the challenges of this upcoming election year.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
Chris Diaz, our Director of Legislative Tracking, spoke on @wbur.org's Here & Now yesterday about the restrictive voting laws passed at the state level in 2025 — as well as what our team is watching heading into 2026. Tune in! www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...
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The impact of Trump's election agenda in state legislatures
President Trump has held up election security as a major issue, but while Congress is considering new voting laws before this year's midterms, elections are primarily run by states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
And we're back! We're already monitoring at least 705 election bills filed or pre-filed in the 2026 legislative session across 30 states. Read up on the latest developments in election law and policy, powered by our Election Policy Tracker: votingrightslab.org/2026/01/05/t...
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The Markup: Mail voting, automatic registration bills move forward in New Jersey
Our weekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 705 bills this session across 30 states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
This past year, our tracking found that 20 states passed 37 bills to restrict voting access and elections. Many such bills were influenced by President Trump’s March executive order pushing for broad changes in how the U.S. conducts its elections. www.nbcnews.com/politics/pol...
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New laws in 2026 target AI and deepfakes, paid leave and rising Obamacare premiums
A spate of new state voting laws will also be in effect for next year's midterm elections.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
NEW: Read our overview of 2025 election law developments, including how President Trump’s agenda is reshaping the landscape of state election policy.
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2025 Roundup: How Trump’s Elections Agenda Fared in the States
An overview of 2025 in state election policy — revealing the state of our elections less than a year out from the midterms.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
County election officials in Texas have confirmed that hundreds of Texas voters were flagged incorrectly by the secretary of state as potential noncitizens. Read more about this and other recent updates in state election law and policy: votingrightslab.org/2025/12/08/t...
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The Markup: Georgia court reinstates ban on providing food and water to voters in line
Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,783 bills this session.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
NEW ANALYSIS: Our take on Election Day 2025, and what it can tell us to expect in the coming 2026 midterms. votingrightslab.org/2025/11/12/a...
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A Great Day for Democracy: Key Lessons From the 2025 Elections
What happened on November 4, 2025 — and what it can tell us about the state of our democracy.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
SCOTUS is taking up Watson v. RNC, a challenge to state postmark deadlines for mail ballots. Read all about this and more of the latest in election law & policy: votingrightslab.org/2025/11/10/t...
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The Markup: Supreme Court takes up challenge to state postmark deadlines for mail ballots.
Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,766 bills across 50 states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the case Watson v. RNC, on whether federal statutes preempt state laws allowing mail ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted. Facts of the case (FKA RNC v. Wetzel) are in our recent rundown of SCOTUS cases to watch: votingrightslab.org/report/whats...
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What’s at Stake for Elections at the Supreme Court
A rundown of the election cases on the U.S. Supreme Court docket we're watching during the 2025-2026 term.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
"There is no doubt that elections will take place in 2026, and it’s up to states to decide just how free or fair they will be." Read the latest @USATODAY op-ed from our CEO, Samantha Tarazi: www.usatoday.com/story/opinio...
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Will we have fair elections in 2026? The answer is up to the states. | Opinion
There is no doubt that midterm elections will take place in 2026, but it's up to states to decide just how free or fair they will be.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
Four trends have emerged that threaten to reshape overseas and military (UOCAVA) voting as we head into 2026. Read our analysis here: votingrightslab.org/2025/10/22/1...
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150 Years of Military and Overseas Voting Now Under Threat
Four key trends could re-shape our time-tested, secure system of military and overseas (UOCAVA) voting.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
The Trump administration has hired noted 2020 election denier Kurt Olsen to lead election investigations. Read all about this and other updates we're watching this week in election law and policy: votingrightslab.org/2025/10/27/t...
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The Markup: NC election board demands private voter data
Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,765 bills across 50 states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
A full slate of election law cases are on the docket for the Supreme Court this term. Read about the ones we're watching, plus other election law & policy updates right here: votingrightslab.org/2025/10/14/t...
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
College student? Get the facts on what recent election laws mean for your ability to access the ballot box. ⤵️ votingrightslab.org/2025/09/29/n...
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New Laws Threaten Students' Freedom to Vote
Burdensome voter ID laws, registration requirements, and polling place locations can all impede students’ freedom to vote.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 29/09/2025
Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruled on Friday that county election officials must inform voters when their mail ballots are disqualified due to errors like missing dates or signatures. More on this & other recent updates in election law & policy: votingrightslab.org/2025/09/29/t...
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The Markup: Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules officials must notify voters about mail ballot errors
Our biweekly insights and analysis on the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1,731 bills across 50 states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Announcing our new Chief Executive Officer: Samantha Tarazi! As Voting Rights Lab's co-founder and former COO, Sam has been a primary driving force behind our innovative programs – we're thrilled to welcome her into this role. Learn more: votingrightslab.org/about-us
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
This week in election policy: NC Supreme Court threatens to overturn the 2024 election results by tossing out military ballots. Read all about this and other updates in The Markup:
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The Markup: April 14, 2025 - Voting Rights Lab
Our weekly insights and analysis of the latest in election law and policy. We're currently tracking 1556 bills across 49 states.
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
President Trump's recent executive order seeks to seize power to try to change the rules of our elections for his own political gain. It’s a clear affront to our Constitution and the checks and balances that have secured our elections for generations. (1/7)
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Voting Rights Lab @votingrightslab.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Yesterday, President Trump signed an executive order attempting to claim unprecedented, unilateral executive branch power over how our elections are run. Our response: votingrightslab.org/2025/03/25/u...
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“Unconstitutional Red Tape”: Voting Rights Lab Responds to Trump Executive Order Power Grab - Voting Rights Lab
Our response to President Trump's executive order seeking to impose restrictions on Americans' ability to participate in free and fair elections.
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