The voting rights bill H.R. 1, or “For the People Act,” is still sparking controversy. NTD looks into what major election reforms it seeks to make. One section of the bill states the government would match donations to fund political candidates’ campaigns by 600 percent.
President Joe Biden says he wants to make it easier for people to vote. He signed an executive order Sunday, altering the way the federal government handles elections. The order directs the attorney general to help people in prison register to vote if they’re eligible and help former prisoners obtain the right identification for state requirements.
Texas is making moves against Big Tech censorship. Lawmakers held a press conference announcing Texas Senate Bill 12, their plans to protect Texans. Governor Greg Abbott and Senator Bryan Hughes introduced the bill, which would prohibit social media companies from censoring people.
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