As voting rights are under attack nationwide, this toolkit provides resources for advocates, organizers, and legislators looking to protect Black voters and other voters of color in their communities by enacting a State Voting Rights Act (State VRA). From polling data to video explainers, these tools will help you educate, advocate, and communicate effectively. Click on the links and graphics below to access the resources. Check back here regularly for additional resources. And reach out to us directly through our contact form with any questions about how to use these resources or other available support.
The State Voting Rights Act 101 slide deck explains how the erosion of the federal VRA and current threats to democracy grow the momentum and need for State Voting Rights Acts and what exactly is in a strong State VRA.
This annotated model bill, crafted by organizations leading the fight for State VRAs across the country, builds upon adopted State VRAs to provide policymakers, advocates, and stakeholders with a recommended starting point for drafting or strengthening state-level protections against voting discrimination.
The “State Voting Rights Acts: Explained” video series features a diverse range of experts laying out in simple terms everything you need to know about State Voting Rights Acts and how they can protect the freedom to vote from dangerous, discriminatory attacks. Perfect for educating new partners or members of grassroots organizations.
Recent polling conducted by Impact Research on behalf of the Legal Defense Fund (LDF) shows that voters nationwide overwhelmingly support enacting a VRA in their state.
