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John,
In February, Vote Mama alum Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D-CO) flew across the country to D.C. with her baby to cast an important vote on the House floor: “Unfortunately, I wasn’t given the opportunity to vote remotely after giving birth. But I wasn’t going to let that stop me from being here to represent my constituents.”
Structural barriers like in-person voting make it nearly impossible for parents, especially moms, to fully participate in public service. If we want a government that actually reflects the people it serves, we need leaders who understand the realities of family life — and a system that makes it possible for them to lead.
Now, Rep. Pettersen is working across the aisle to push for a bipartisan bill: the Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution, which would allow moms and dads to vote by proxy for up to 12 weeks following the birth of a child. Because nobody should have to choose between doing their jobs and having a family.
We need common-sense reform if we’re going to make the government more inclusive and truly family-friendly — so today, we’re calling on YOU to help get this bill passed and ensure that new moms and dads in Congress can do their jobs without sacrificing their families.
Contact your members of Congress NOW and urge them to VOTE YES on the Proxy Voting for New Parents Resolution! >>
CALL YOUR REP →
Thanks for your urgent action!
- Your Friends at Vote Mama
P.S. Want to support more trailblazing moms like Rep. Brittany Pettersen who are fighting for inclusive and family-friendly policies? Make a donation to Vote Mama now! >>
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