Limits Voting to Citizens and Residents
HJRES31-119 · Introduced Jan 31, 2025
Why it matters
Non-citizens who are not lawful permanent residents would be barred from voting in any U.S. election. The change would only take effect if states approve the amendment.
What it does
- Would bar non-citizens, non-nationals, and non-permanent residents from voting in any election
- Covers federal, state, tribal, and local elections
- Also covers elections in D.C. and U.S. territories and possessions
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About this bill
Would amend the Constitution to prohibit people who are not citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents from voting in any federal, state, tribal, or local election.
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit persons who are not citizens, nationals, or lawful permanent residents of the United States from voting in elections.
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Some election integrity groups would likely say voting should be limited to citizens and lasting residents. They would argue a constitutional rule makes the limit clear everywhere.
💬 The case against
Some immigrant rights groups would likely say the change could confuse eligible voters. They may also argue that local elections should be left to states and towns.
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