Common Cause Indiana
Recent News About Common Cause Indiana
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Indiana election bills stall as lawmakers avoid second reading
Lawmakers in the Indiana General Assembly did not advance two election bills, SB201 and SB284, this week, effectively letting them die without a second reading.
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Indiana organizations lobby against anti-voter bills at State House
Members from over a dozen organizations are set to converge at the Indiana State House on Wednesday, February 12.
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Common Cause urges rejection of bill closing Indiana's primaries
A legislative proposal in Indiana, Senate Bill 201, could significantly impact the state's voting landscape by closing its primaries to independent voters.
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Resolution on constitutional amendment raises concerns in Indiana
As the Indiana legislature moves forward with SJR 21, a resolution advocating for an Article V Constitutional Convention to establish federal term limits, Common Cause Indiana and other democratic groups are raising concerns about potential risks.
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Common Cause Indiana promotes voter assistance ahead of Election Day
As Election Day 2024 approaches, Common Cause Indiana is urging voters to reach out to the nonpartisan Election Protection hotline for assistance.
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Voting rights groups express concern over increased police presence at polls
A coalition of nonpartisan organizations sent a letter to Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales expressing concerns over reported plans to increase law enforcement presence at polling sites to combat election interference. The letter highlighted potential unintended consequences, particularly the impact on voters' sense of safety.
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Voting rights groups express concerns over increased police presence at polls in Indiana
INDIANA—Yesterday, a diverse coalition of nonpartisan organizations sent a letter to Secretary of State Diego Morales outlining their concerns over reported plans to encourage more law enforcement presence at the polls to combat election interference. The letter cited the unintended consequences of police officers stationed at polling sites.
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Common Cause Indiana Offers Help to Voters Facing Issues During Primary Election
Common Cause Indiana is gearing up to assist voters who may encounter any difficulties during the upcoming May 7 Primary Election in Indiana. The organization will deploy an Election Protection team to provide support to voters in Marion County and operate the 866-OUR-VOTE hotline for those in need of assistance."Voters should feel safe and confident to vote on Tuesday and Common Cause Indiana is dedicated to providing peace of mind should issues arise. We know voters routinely encounter challenges and our volunteers help voters navigate the system to make sure their vote...
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HB1264 passage raises concerns over voter exclusion and potential legal costs
Indiana's HB1264 has sparked controversy following its passage, with critics arguing it could negatively impact new voters and lead to costly legal battles.
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Organizations urge Indiana Senate to pause flawed elections bill
Seventeen organizations have collectively urged the Indiana State Senate leadership to halt the progress of HB1264, a bill that proposes verifying residency and citizenship through controversial data sources.
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Groups urge Indiana Supreme Court to uphold ruling on candidate ballot access
Common Cause Indiana and the League of Women Voters Indiana have submitted an amicus brief to the Indiana Supreme Court.
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Public meeting on redistricting reform scheduled in Anderson
On Thursday, October 19 at 6 p.m. EST, several organizations will gather with the Anderson community to discuss redistricting issues.
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Indiana receives low grade for redistricting process from Common Cause
Common Cause, an organization focused on combating gerrymandering, has released a report evaluating the redistricting processes in all 50 states.
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Voting rights groups seek court intervention over Anderson's missed redistricting deadline
In Indianapolis, Common Cause Indiana, the League of Women Voters of Indiana, and the Madison County NAACP have filed a motion for a preliminary injunction in federal court.