Protecting Voting Rights

Dear Friend,

This month we celebrate the 49th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, landmark legislation that helped eliminate discriminatory voting practices, and supported our country's promise that everyone, no matter their race, has the right to vote. However, last year, the Supreme Court struck down part of this important legislation, leaving Congress to come up with an amended law.

In an effort to address the Supreme Court's damaging decision and reinstate the benefits of the Voting Rights Act, I am pleased to support the Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2014 (H.R. 3899). This bill updates the provisions struck down by the Court and ensures that the constitutional right to vote continues to be protected for all Americans.

Our right to vote is the very basis of our democracy and the reason our nation continues to flourish. Every American has an obligation to protect this right for our fellow citizens. I will continue to support legislation that reinforces voting rights and opportunities and hope you will join me in this cause.

As always, please feel free to call or email my office if there is anything I can do for you.

Regards,

Rep. Carson

Inside Scoop:

Central Indiana Job Fair Wrap-up

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 5th Annual Central Indiana Job Fair a huge success. With the help of Ivy Tech Community College, 1,280 Hoosiers seeking jobs were able to meet with 78 employers from across Central Indiana. If you have a success story or a great photo from this or any other of my job fairs, I would love to hear from you!

Please email: jessica.gail@mail.house.gov

Voting: Our Privilege and Responsibility

One of the greatest privileges of being an American citizen is the opportunity to voice your opinion through the electoral process. Below are important dates for Indiana voters:

October 6, 2014– Voter Registration Ends
November 4, 2014– General Election Day