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Wilson Joins House Democrats in Passing Historic Voting Rights,
Anti-Corruption and Ethics Reforms

H.R. 1, the For the People Act, Will Clean Up Corruption in Washington,
Protect and Expand the Right to Vote and Restore Ethics and Integrity to Government

Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson today joined House Democrats in passing H.R. 1, the For the People Act, a sweeping anti-corruption package to clean up Washington, protect and expand voting rights, restore integrity to government and put the needs and priorities of the American people ahead of special interests.

"Today, I proudly voted to pass the most transformational and comprehensive suite of anti-corruption reforms in a generation. H.R. 1 delivers on our promise to clean up corruption in Washington and return us to a government of, by and for the people," said Congresswoman Wilson. "H.R. 1 will protect the right to vote, ensure the integrity of our elections, crack down on lobbyists and Washington insiders, hold elected officials accountable and end the era of big, secret, special-interest money in our politics. This historic reform effort will put an end to decades of dysfunction in Washington, return power back to the American people and put us on an inspired path toward a more equitable, just and prosperous future."

"As state legislatures across the nation take steps to implement new laws that will make voting more difficult particularly for people of color, because they are unhappy about the 2020 election results, it was imperative to pass this legislation to ensure that everyone has equal access to the ballot box," Rep. Wilson added.

Key provisions of H.R. 1, the For the People Act, include:

• Expanding automatic voter registration and same day registration.

• Strengthening vote by mail, early voting and ballot access.

• Combating voter intimidation and voter suppression.

• Protecting elections from foreign interference.

• Fixing partisan gerrymandering.

• Promoting digital ad transparency.

• Forcing disclosure of dark money.

• Reining in lobbyist influence.

• Enforcing ethics and conflict of interest rules for all government officials.

• Empowering small donors with matching funds paid for by lawbreakers, not taxpayers.