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H.R. 259

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Civic Participation and Rehabilitation Act of 2003
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Committee
Latest Action · March 6, 2003
Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution.
Congress
108th (2003–2005)
Introduced
January 8, 2003
Cosponsors (36)
35D 0R
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Civic Participation and Rehabilitation Act of 2003 - Declares that the right of a U.S. citizen to vote in any election for Federal office shall not be denied or abridged because that individual has been convicted of a criminal offense, unless the individual is serving a felony sentence in a correctional institution or facility at the time of the election.Authorizes the Attorney General, in a civil action, to obtain any declaratory or injunctive relief necessary to remedy a violation of this Act. Creates a private right of action, subject to specified requirements.

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