Sierra Club Statement on Senate Introduction of John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act

Washington, DC - Today, Senator Richard Durbin and Senator Reverend Warnock announced the introduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act (S. 4).

In response, Sierra Club Legislative Director Melinda Pierce released the following statement:

"Our environment, our health, our jobs, and our civil rights depend on a well-functioning democracy and a fair election system, and it's never been more important that we do all that we can to protect these values. This legislation represents an important step toward ensuring that all Americans - regardless of their race, their zip code, or how much money they make - have the right to vote. We applaud Senators Durbin and Warnock and Senate Democrats for their leadership in protecting Americans' right to vote, and we urge Congress to act to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act without delay."

About the Sierra Club

The Sierra Club is America's largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with millions of members and supporters. In addition to protecting every person's right to get outdoors and access the healing power of nature, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit https://www.sierraclub.org.