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2013
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2013

Shelby County v. Holder

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the coverage formula of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in Shelby County v. Holder, effectively …
2013
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Shelby County v. Holder

The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the coverage formula of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in Shelby County v. Holder, effectively removing the 'preclearance' requirement for states with histories of voting discrimination. The Court ruled that the formula was outdated and …

Alabama, AL
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The U.S. Supreme Court struck down the coverage formula of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 in Shelby County v. Holder, effectively removing the 'preclearance' requirement for states with histories of voting discrimination. The Court ruled that the formula was outdated and no longer justified federal oversight, allowing states to change voting laws without federal approval. This decision led to a surge in restrictive voting laws in several states.