Dear Neighbors,
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced all of us to make unprecedented changes to our daily lives, but one thing remains the same – our government is at its best when we all participate, so I’m on a mission to bring every eligible voter to the table. That is why I want to hear from you:
Throughout our history, we have never failed to hold regularly scheduled elections regardless of war, disaster, or economic crisis – and this year is no different. Our elections must occur on November 3, 2020. But Americans shouldn’t have to choose between their health and their vote, and states across the country are considering a variety of ways to modernize their elections and keep voters and poll workers safe.
Valuing democracy, means doing everything in our power to ensure that our elections are safe, secure, accessible, and fair. That’s why I introduced the Voter NOTICE Act yesterday – a bill that requires states to inform voters of any upcoming changes to their elections and gives them states tools to effectively communicate those changes.
The 2016 elections were a 20-year low for voter turnout. With safety concerns and emergency process changes, we could be headed for even lower participation. With so much uncertainty as a result of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial to ensure all Americans have the information necessary to participate in our democracy.
As always, my office is here to help you. If you feel you’ve been treated unfairly by a federal agency or you aren’t getting an answer about your benefits, my team will do their best to help you receive a fair and timely response. If you or someone you know needs help with a federal agency, please let us know.
Keep the faith, keep in touch, and stay safe,
Dean Phillips
Member of Congress