State Regulation of AI
As federal legislators try to figure out how to regulate artificial intelligence, they can look to the states for inspiration. Over the last five years, 30 states have enacted more than 50 laws that address AI in some way. Our new resource highlights emerging trends at the state level that could inform Congress’s approach. “States are leading this work, and their ideas belong in the conversation alongside those of Congress and the EU,” Lawrence Norden and Benjamin Lerude write. READ MORE
A Chance to Defend the Freedom to Vote
This year, Congress reintroduced the Freedom to Vote Act, a major pro-democracy bill that would protect and expand access to the ballot, prevent partisan meddling in elections, and prohibit partisan gerrymandering. Amid persistent efforts to undermine American democracy and restrict political participation, we need strong solutions like these now more than ever. A new Brennan Center explainer breaks down what the bill would do to keep elections free and fair. READ MORE
Protecting Election Workers
Earlier this month, a Senate hearing examined the ongoing physical and cyber threats against the people who help run elections. Given the wave of harassment and intimidation they have faced, it’s no surprise that 11 percent of election officials plan to leave their jobs ahead of the 2024 election, according to a Brennan Center poll. Elizabeth Howard, who testified before the committee, urged lawmakers to implement key election security measures to protect election officials and stop the high turnover in the field. READ MORE
A guide to voting after a felony conviction in Washington State
https://www.aclu-wa.org/pages/voting-rights-restoration-washington-state
What if I’m still confused about whether or not I can vote?
If you have a record and are unsure whether you can vote, contact the ACLU. Call 206.624.2180 or through our website.
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You can also find the contact information for your county elections office or by calling the Secretary of State.
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