Illinois has had several bills pending to improve ballot access. None of them had passed by Thursday evening, May 31. Under Illinois legislative rules, May 31 should have been the end of the legislative session. However, the legislature is remaining … Continue reading
On May 25, Texas Governor Rick Perry vetoed HB 770. It would have provided that when ex-felons who are out of prison finally end their parole or probation status, the letter sent by the State Department of Public Safety (informing … Continue reading
Although Arizona permits ex-felons to register to vote, they may not register to vote if they owe the state any money in connection with their punishment. They may not register, even though they have been released from prison, if they … Continue reading
