Voting Rights Act of 2026 - Counties and Municipal Corporations

Summary

The bill adds a new voting‑rights title that bars any method of electing a county or municipal governing body if it impairs members of a protected class—defined as race, color, or language minorities—from choosing their preferred candidates. It lets courts assess “polarized voting” and order remedies, including injunctions and attorney‑fee awards, when a violation is found. The measure applies only to local elections and can be enforced by the attorney general or private plaintiffs.

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