How to Contact Your Representative to Protect Voting Rights

The Issue

What's at Stake

Federal voting rights protections have been significantly weakened since the Supreme Court's decisions in Shelby County v. Holder and Brnovich v. DNC, stripping key enforcement mechanisms from the Voting Rights Act. In 2026, Congress is weighing legislation that would either restore federal voting protections or further restrict access through national voter ID requirements and other measures.

Your representatives vote on whether the federal government actively protects the right to vote or leaves it to states to determine — a decision with enormous consequences for election access across the country.

25M+

Americans who may lack acceptable voter ID

1965

Year the Voting Rights Act was originally passed

Voting restriction bills tracked in states in 2025 alone

Take Action

How to Contact Your Representative — Step by Step

Find your representatives

Enter your ZIP code in RepReach to find your House rep and both U.S. Senators with direct phone numbers. Voting rights legislation moves through both chambers.

Call the district office

Constituent calls on voting rights are tracked closely by congressional offices. Members in competitive districts are especially attentive to call volume on democracy-related issues.

Be clear about what you're asking for

Restoring the Voting Rights Act, opposing national voter ID legislation, or supporting automatic voter registration are each distinct, concrete asks. Pick the one that matters most to you.

Follow up in writing

RepReach generates a personalized written message based on your position. Written follow-ups on democracy issues create a record that staffers can reference in briefings.

What to Say

Tips for Your Call or Email

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Lead with your city. Voting rights affect communities differently by state and district — your location gives your call important context.

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Name the specific legislation or protection. 'I support restoring the Voting Rights Act' or 'I oppose a national voter ID requirement' gives a staffer a clear, loggable position.

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Frame it as a democracy issue, not a partisan one. Congressional staffers are more receptive to calls framed around protecting the right to vote for all Americans.

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Sustained pressure matters. On democracy legislation, repeated calls over weeks signal deep constituent commitment, not just a one-day news cycle reaction.

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What voting rights legislation is active in 2026?

The John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, which would restore key Voting Rights Act provisions, has been reintroduced. Congress is also weighing the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote, and other measures affecting election administration.

Does calling about voting rights make a difference?

Yes. Voting rights have historically been one of the most effective constituent contact issues, particularly when sustained over time. Call volume on the John Lewis Act has directly influenced which members agreed to co-sponsor the legislation.

What if voting restrictions don't directly affect me?

Many people call on behalf of neighbors, community members, or because they believe protecting the right to vote is a fundamental democratic value. Your status as a constituent is what matters.

How do I find my representative's phone number?

Enter your ZIP code in the RepReach app to instantly find your House representative and both U.S. Senators with their direct district office phone numbers.

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