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This op-ed originally appeared in Teen Vogue.

The SAVE Act would erect unnecessary barriers to register to vote for tens of millions of Americans. LWV CEO Celina Stewart explains, in Teen Vogue. 

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With democracy facing challenges, the LWVC is dedicated to protecting voting rights in California. Discover our efforts to combat voter suppression, advocate for critical legislation, and empower voters. Join us for exciting events like the Drag for Democracy: Virtual Bingo Extravaganza and stay informed about our advocacy initiatives!

Public Statement

A coalition of voting rights organizations filed a lawsuit in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to challenge President Trump’s unlawful executive order on voting. 

Blog Post

Recent actions by President Donald Trump threaten today’s immigrant community. 

In moments like this, we must stand against hate and for our neighbors. LWV and the National Partnership for New Americans have identified a few ways you can defend America’s immigrant communities.

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Two local Special Elections are coming up: Measure T, Acalanes Union High School District (5/6/25) and Trustee Area 3, Martinez Unified School District (6/17/25).

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The LWVDV President provides a quick update on League activities.

Blog Post

HR 22, the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, will require that every eligible voter provide documentary proof of citizenship to register to vote even though voters in every state are already required to affirm or verify their citizenship status when registering and voting. 

Every eligible voter could be unnecessarily burdened by the SAVE Act at some point when they update or change their voter registration information. 

Congress must act to ensure that every eligible US citizen has the freedom to vote unimpeded by discriminatory rules rooted in fear and division.

LWV Responds to President Trump’s Anti-Voter Executive Order
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Read the League of Women Voters' statement in response to President Donald Trump's signed executive order, "Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections," that threatens Americans' freedom to vote and tramples states' constitutional authority to run their own elections.

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With anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation sharply on the rise, it’s no surprise that barriers to voting have also increased for transgender people.

With this in mind, the League opposes strict voter ID laws, as they often unfairly burden certain groups of voters, while being totally unnecessary to prevent voter fraud.

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