Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Record on Voting Rights
Throughout his time in the governor’s office, he’s been more than willing to restrict voting and indulge conspiratorial thinking about elections.
Mac Brower
Mac was a staff writer between 2021 and 2023 with a special interest in redistricting and democratic reform. While at Democracy Docket, he spearheaded coverage of the ISL theory and the U.S. Supreme Court case Moore v. Harper. Originally from North Carolina, he graduated from Bowdoin College in 2018.
Florida’s S.B. 7050 Unpacked
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed another omnibus elections bill: Senate Bill 7050. While S.B. 7050 contains many technical changes to Florida’s Election Code, many provisions could directly harm voters.
Texas Bill Abolishing Harris County Election Position Heads to Governor
On Saturday, May 20, the Texas House passed Senate Bill 1750, a bill that would abolish the election administrator position in Harris County, the state’s most populous county.
North Carolina Budget Includes Ban on Joining Voter Data Organization ERIC
On Thursday, May 18, the North Carolina Senate passed House Bill 259, the state’s 2023 budget that would fund government agencies.
Sen. Tim Scott’s Record on Voting Rights
But even if he differs from former President Trump or Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R) tone and messaging, he does agree with their support for restrictive voting laws.
The 2022 Midterms Had the Second Highest Voter Turnout in 20 Years
Earlier this month, the bureau released data from the latest iteration of this survey, with information about voting during the November 2022 midterm elections.
Pennsylvania Has a State Supreme Court Primary Tomorrow
After tomorrow, we’ll find out which Democrat will make it to the next round — and if they’ll have to face off with a Republican who helped cast doubt over the state’s election in 2020.
Ohio Resolution Restricting Ballot Measures Will Head to Voters
On Wednesday, May 10, the Ohio House approved Senate Joint Resolution 2, a proposed amendment to the Ohio Constitution that would increase the threshold to pass constitutional amendments from 50% to 60%.
The Republican War on Drop Boxes Continues
Even as some Republican leaders seem to be walking back their opposition to drop boxes, the war on drop boxes is here to stay.
Delaware Senate Passes Amendment To Allow Mail-in Voting
On Thursday, May 4, the Delaware Senate approved a constitutional amendment to allow no-excuse mail-in voting.