Constitutional amendment (first resolution); qualifications to vote; restoration of civil rights. (HJ650)
Introduced By
Del. Betsy Carr (D-Richmond) with support from co-patron Sen. Jennifer McClellan (D-Richmond)
Progress
✓ |
Introduced |
✗ |
Passed Committee |
☐ |
Passed House |
☐ |
Passed Senate |
Description
Constitutional amendment (first resolution); qualifications to vote; restoration of civil rights. Authorizes the General Assembly to provide by law for the restoration of civil rights for persons convicted of felonies who have completed service of their sentences, including any period or condition of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. The present Constitution provides for restoration of rights by the Governor. The amendment retains the right of the Governor to restore civil rights and adds an alternative for restoration of rights pursuant to law. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/10/2017 | Committee |
| 01/10/2017 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/11/17 17101541D |
| 01/10/2017 | Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections |
| 01/12/2017 | Assigned P & E sub: Constitutional |
| 01/30/2017 | Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (4-Y 3-N) |
| 02/08/2017 | Left in Privileges and Elections |