The SAVE Act doesn’t save voting rights The SAVE Act would prevent millions of Americans from voting, particularly in the Deep South. Margaret Huang / May 7, 2025
Rep. Sewell’s statement on President Trump’s executive order targeting voting rights "Trump is once again showing that he has no regard for the U.S. Constitution," Sewell said. March 28, 2025
Rep. Sewell reintroduces John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act in House The bill, H.R. 14, would strengthen the legal protections against racial discrimination in voting and representation. March 6, 2025
Co-founder of Stand Up Mobile speaks on upcoming 2nd Congressional District trial Alabama's congressional map has been in litigation since 2021, when two groups alleged that it diluted the voting power of Black Alabamians. Alex Jobin / February 11, 2025
Alabama Arise unveils 2025 Legislative priorities The nonprofit is pushing for Medicaid expansion, voting rights protections, public transportation funding, and other critical reforms. February 4, 2025
ACLU of Alabama releases 2025 Legislative Agenda The ACLU of Alabama’s 2025 priorities include criminal justice reform, voting rights, reproductive justice and protecting First Amendment freedoms. Mary Claire Wooten / January 24, 2025
ACLU unveils “Vision 2030” plan to address inequity in Alabama The affiliate plans to increase its focus on voting rights, gender justice, and criminal legal reform. Jacob Holmes / January 17, 2025
Early voting could be coming to Alabama The House will consider HB-59 during the 2025 Legislative Session, which begins in February. Alex Jobin / November 19, 2024
New bill looks to make Election Day state holiday Currently, Alabama is one of five states that offers time off for voting but with no pay. Alex Jobin / November 12, 2024
Election Day 2024: What to know as Alabamians head to the polls Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. as voters decide the outcome of a number of local, state, and federal races. November 5, 2024