Action Alert: Voting in Prison
March 24, 2022
Ask your state representative to cosponsor and vote YES in support of SB828, which permits all qualified Illinois residents to vote—even if they are incarcerated
Background
The right to vote is a fundamental right of the citizen.
“Ninety-five percent of people in prison return to their communities. Having strong ties to the community through civic engagement, specifically voting, increases the ability for reintegration, reducing recidivism, and making communities safer. “ (Chicago Votes)
League Position
The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that voting is a fundamental citizen right that must be guaranteed. (Impact on Issues, page 23)