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Georgia's New Voting Rights Act Fights Discrimination

2/19/2026

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On February 19, 2026, Democratic lawmakers in Georgia introduced the Henry McNeal Turner Voting Rights Act to protect voting rights after years of Republican-led anti-voting laws.
The act requires approval for voting changes in counties with a history of discrimination.
It would expand language access and allow legal challenges against vote discrimination.
Fair Fight Action CEO Lauren Groh-Wargo said the measure protects against ongoing attacks on voting rights in Georgia.

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On February 19, 2026, Democratic lawmakers in Georgia introduced the Henry McNeal Turner Voting Rights Act to protect voting rights after years of Republican-led anti-voting laws.
The act requires approval for voting changes in counties with a history of discrimination.
It would expand language access and allow legal challenges against vote discrimination.
Fair Fight Action CEO Lauren Groh-Wargo said the measure protects against ongoing attacks on voting rights in Georgia.