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Uncategorized 09.10.24

Civil Rights Leaders Lobby Congress to Prioritize the Passage of National Voting Standards in 2025

WASHINGTON – Civil rights leaders and issue-based advocacy organizations gathered on Capitol Hill today to urge members of Congress to prioritize the passage of key pro-democracy bills, including the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, the Freedom to Vote Act, the Native American Voting Rights Act, and Washington, D.C. Admission Act, in the next legislative session. Earlier in the day, speakers from impacted communities shared how restrictive voting laws, in states across the country, have made it harder for them to exercise their right to vote and intentionally diluted their voting power, particularly among communities of color. As we head into another historic election season these speakers, alongside key congressional leaders, underscored the importance of protecting our freedom to vote to ensure every American has an equal opportunity to make their voices heard at the ballot box.

Press Release 07.29.24

Supreme Court Reforms Needed to Ensure Equal Justice for All

WASHINGTON — Maya Wiley, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, released the following statement after President Biden and Vice President Harris announced support for certain Supreme Court reforms:

Press Release 07.18.24

FCC Votes to Significantly Lower Costs for Incarcerated Communications Services After Years of Exploitation from Telecom Companies

WASHINGTON (July 18, 2024) — Today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted to lower rates and fees for incarcerated communications services in federal jails and prisons. This vote is the FCC’s first step in implementing the Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act, which was signed into law by President Biden early last year.

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