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The Spectrum of State Election Laws (Infographic)

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When it comes to voting, the rules one state follows can be quite different from another. That's because voting laws vary by state. But don't worry; we've got the election law spectrum covered! With this interactive infographic, students can explore the diversity of laws throughout the country and pinpoint where their state's laws fit.

iCivics en español! A version of this infographic is available in Spanish along with a Spanish Teacher’s Guide.

 

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