The Kentucky Constitution says that “every citizen of the United States” with Kentucky residency is eligible to vote in the state’s elections. Some lawmakers say that the wording should be more restrictive, to keep municipalities from allowing noncitizens to vote in local elections.
“This is about protecting citizens and the thousands of people who’ve lawfully navigated the immigration process. One of the rewards of doing so is earning the right to vote,” — Republican Sen. Jason Howell
(From the February 13, 2024 WEKU article, “Ky. House, Senate pass constitutional amendments to ban noncitizen voting”)
Noncitizens cannot vote in any local or state elections in Kentucky. An amendment passed the Senate Monday that would further codify the ban into the Kentucky Constitution.
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