The 2020 census count is now in full swing, but with most Tennesseans being asked to shelter in place, no one will be knocking on doors and asking residents to fill out forms any time soon. The U.S. Census Bureau is making adjustments to get everyone in Tennessee counted, amid back-to-back crises in the state.
Tennessee Moves Closer To Imposing Criminal Penalties On Voter Registration Drives
Listen Tennessee volunteer organizations that register people to vote could soon face fines if they turn in too many incomplete forms. Monday’s vote in the House of Representatives puts Tennessee one step closer from being one of the first states to impose criminal penalties on registration drives.
Voter Registration Groups Could Soon Be Fined If They Submit Incomplete Applications
Listen A new measure in the Tennessee General Assembly would open people or organizations that submit incomplete voter registration forms to fines. State officials say the bill is a response to a growing number of incomplete voter applications. Opponents contend it’s meant as intimidation.
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