Constitutional amendment; qualifications of voters, restoration of civil rights (first reference). (SJ14)
Introduced By
Sen. Creigh Deeds (D-Charlottesville)
Progress
✓ |
Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
Description
Constitutional amendment (first resolution); qualifications of voters; restoration of civil rights by general law. Authorizes the General Assembly to provide by general law for the restoration of civil rights for persons convicted of a felony. The present Constitution provides for restoration of rights by the Governor, and the amendment retains this right. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 12/30/2019 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/08/20 20100905D |
| 12/30/2019 | Referred to Committee on Privileges and Elections |
| 01/21/2020 | Continued to 2021 in Privileges and Elections (15-Y 0-N) (see vote tally) |
Comments
The Governor in Virginia who can serve a limited 2 year term only should hold this power. The general assembly if given this power will politize it more than it already is.