WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Wednesday, July 23, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30) will host a press conference on Capitol Hill to announce the re-introduction of the Democracy Restoration Act, legislation that would restore federal voting rights to millions of Americans who have completed their prison sentences.
The bill aims to strengthen our democracy by eliminating outdated and discriminatory barriers to the ballot box for returning citizens. Congresswoman Crockett will be joined by fellow lawmakers, advocates, and directly impacted individuals to highlight the importance of restoring full civic participation for all Americans.
WHO:
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (TX-30)
Congressman Troy Carter (LA-02)
Congresswoman Nikema Williams (GA-05)
Patrick Berry, Counsel, Brennan Center
Charles B. Thronton, Board Chair, D.C. Corrections Information Council
Breon N. Well, Founder & CEO, The Daniel Initiative
Brittany Lovely, Co-Chair, Voting Rights Restoration Group
House Democrats
WHAT: Press Conference to Announce Re-introduction of the Democracy Restoration Act
WHEN: Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at 9:30 AM ET
WHERE: House Triangle, U.S. Capitol, Washington, D.C.
MEDIA RSVP: Please RSVP to press.crockett@mail.house.gov to attend.
