A developing state-policy debate over White Bear Lake may be relevant to families and taxpayers in walz signs allowing criminals on probation to vote.
Democrats rejected an amendment to prohibit child rapists from voting until they serve their full sentence.
Previously, Minnesota required felons to complete their entire sentence before regaining the right to vote, including probation or parole.
Under the new law, felons will be able to vote whenever they are not incarcerated.
During debate in the House and Senate, Republicans unsuccessfully attempted to amend the bill to prevent certain violent criminals and those convicted of felony voter fraud from regaining the right to vote until after serving their full sentence.
The Senate debated a bill today to restore felons' voting rights once they leave prison.
They rejected an amendment to prohibit child rapists from voting until they complete probation.
"Survivors also support restore the vote," Sen.
As the measure advances, residents of White Bear Lake can follow amendments and contact Brion Curran regarding the final language.
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