The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has introduced a new webpage aimed at assisting voters in states affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton. These natural disasters have caused significant disruptions, displacing thousands of residents, closing essential services, and destroying important personal items such as identification documents.
The online resources are specifically targeted at six states: Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The webpage provides information on state-specific changes to accommodate displaced voters or those who have lost their identification documents. It also offers contact details for local voting officials to provide the most accurate guidance.
The Justice Department emphasizes its commitment to ensuring that every eligible voter can participate in elections without facing discrimination or intimidation. Federal laws protect against voter interference throughout the voting process. For more information on voting rights and how to report violations or threats against election workers, individuals can visit www.justice.gov/voting or contact the Civil Rights Division’s Voting Section through their internet portal or by calling 1-800-253-3931.