Amends the definition of "racially polarized voting" for purposes of the John R. Lewis voting rights act of New York; relates to prohibitions on voter disenfranchisement; relates to preclearance by the civil rights bureau of certain policies related to voting; provides that a plaintiff that commences an action under the John R. Lewis voting rights act of New York shall send a copy of the complaint to the civil rights bureau within ten days of the commencement of such action.

This bill clarifies definitions and procedures related to voting rights and election laws. It modifies rules for determining "racially polarized voting" and outlines processes for challenging election methods that may dilute minority voting power. The bill also updates requirements for "preclearance," where certain election policy changes must be reviewed by the Attorney General or a court to ensure they do not abridge voting rights based on race, color, or language.

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