“A Massive Power Grab”: White House Proposal Threatens Funding That Helps Disabled Americans Vote
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A White House proposal threatens crucial funding that assists disabled Americans in exercising their right to vote. Amy Miller, a lawyer for Disability Rights Nebraska, explains that her organization's efforts are jeopardized by the Office of Management and Budget's change in spending rules. These rules would prohibit using federal grant money for voter registration drives or related activities.
The proposal is part of the Trump administration's efforts to limit voting access, particularly for marginalized groups. The proposed change could impact nonprofits that receive federal funds to help people sign up for various programs, including Medicaid and food stamps, as they are also required to provide voter registration forms.
The funding helps narrow the gap in voting accessibility for people with disabilities, and its potential removal could have wide-ranging consequences.
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