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Labor and voting-rights groups back bills, urge action ahead of November
Summary
SEIU California, Verified Voting and AFSCME California told the committee the bills are needed to strengthen state law and preserve voter confidence ahead of upcoming elections.
Supporters from labor and voting-rights organizations told the committee AB 282 and SB 1418 would shore up protections ahead of upcoming ballots. Beth Malinowski of SEIU California said the union was "committed to safeguarding the right to vote" and urged the committee to pass AB 282.
Ignacio Hernandez of Verified Voting and Jessica Hay of AFSCME California also stated their support when the chair opened the record for additional supporters. Tiffany Rocotte of the Attorney General's office testified in support of SB 1418 and said the bill is an "important tool to ensure the integrity of our election processes are maintained."
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