Voting Rights to ex-felons?

Time for some ramblings.... Just browsing some legislation that has been introduced and came across H.R. 59- Ex-Offenders Voting Rights Act of 2009, introduced by none other than the infamous Sheila Jackson Lee with co-sponsors William Clay, Danny Davis, and Alcee Hastings.

Basically requires a correctional officer inform a convicted felon within 30 days after release from jail. I guess the democrats are looking for new voters. I thought if a person was a convicted felon they lost all rights. But as it is, they get their gyms, healthcare, cable, phone, computer and education all at the taxpayers expense most likely after we pay for their attorneys and court costs to put them behind bars. Additionally, this bill grants the Federal Gov't authority over the states. It specifically prohibits "a state from enacting any state law that affords the right to vote in any election for federal office on terms less restrictive than those terms established by this Act". There goes yet another states' rights issue. Currently, the bill is in House Committee on the Judiciary. Members of this committee include Rep. John Conyers, Rep Lamar Smith, Rep Tammy Baldwin, Rep Howard Berman.

There are 435 house seats up for re-election in 2010. We need to clean house so to speak. There are at least 34 Senate seats. Additionally, Joe Biden's senate seat up for grab since the appointed Senator to fill in for him is not running.

Feel free to leave your thoughts and comments.

Bills Introduced

Here is a list of some of the bills of note that have been introduced in congress just recently.

Jul 24, 2009

Introduced: H.Con.Res. 169: Expressing a sense of Congress that a government-defined or public option insurance plan should not be used to fund abortion and taxpayer-funds should not be used to provide...

Rep. Rodney Alexander [R-LA5] introduced H.Con.Res. 169: Expressing a sense of Congress that a government-defined or public option insurance plan should not be used to fund abortion and taxpayer-funds should not be used to provide abortion under a benefit package within any health care reform package.

Jul 24, 2009

Introduced: H.R. 3333: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.

Rep. Neil Abercrombie [D-HI1] introduced this bill.

Jul 24, 2009 - Bill Action

Introduced: H.R. 3335: To secure the Federal voting rights of persons who have been released from incarceration.

Rep. John Conyers [D-MI14] introduced this bill.

Introduced: S. 1505: A bill to provide immigration reform by securing America's borders, clarifying and enforcing existing laws, and enabling a practical employer verification program, and for other purposes.

Sen. Mark Pryor [D-AR] introduced this bill.

Introduced: H.R. 3310: To reform the financial regulatory system of the United States, and for other purposes.

Rep. Spencer Bachus [R-AL6] introduced this bill.

It is truly amazing what these dimwits are doing. Granted there could be some good legislation going on, hard to find. If you like the bills being introduced call your congressman and give him/her support. Otherwise, if you don't like what is in the bill please contact your representatives and spread the word around.

We have to watch everything "those people" do and get the word out. This is truly the only way to effect change. It wont be immediate but I can bet that the representatives are freaking out a little bit with the pressure we have put on them so far.

So that brings us 9/12. On 9/12 there is going to be a large rally in Washington DC, for lovers of this country and defenders of the constitution. Left, right, in between or what have you. Check out the 912 website for more details. If you cant make it to Washington DC for the rally, check with your local/state 912 orgs as they might have something planned somewhat locally. We need to RALLY and RALLY now!! Start making your plans!