Senate Joint Resolution 7 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Merika ColemanSenator

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

John R. Lewis Voting Right Advancement Act, Freedom to Vote Act, supported

Summary

SJR7 is a non-binding Alabama Senate resolution expressing support for the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act.

What This Bill Does

The bill would officially express Alabama's support for two federal voting-rights bills—the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act. It would urge Congress to enact and implement these federal acts and acknowledge John Lewis's legacy in advancing civil rights. It does not change Alabama voting law or create new state requirements.

Who It Affects

• Alabama voters and residents: receive a formal statement of support from the state government for federal voting-rights protections, but there are no changes to how they vote in Alabama.
• Federal lawmakers, national civil rights organizations, and voting-rights advocates: see Alabama's endorsement, which could influence discussions and demonstrate state support for these federal measures.

Key Provisions

• Provision 1: The Alabama Legislature expresses support for enacting and implementing the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act and the Freedom to Vote Act.
• Provision 2: The Alabama Legislature recognizes John R. Lewis's legacy and states that Alabama and the nation will work to advance civil and human rights.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions