On January 31, 2007, Sens. Obama and Schumer introduced S. 543 that would prohibit deceptive practices and voter intimidation.

• Obama-Schumer Bill Proposal Would Criminalize Voter Intimidation (New York Times, January 31, 2007)
• Obama Legislation Would Protect Voting Rights (People for the American Way, press release, January 31, 2007)
• Lawyers' Committee Applauds Obama and Schumer Bill to Prevent Voter Intimidation and Deceptive Practices (Lawyers' Committee, press release, January 31, 2007)
• Cardin Backs Bill to Protect Voters (Washington Post, February 1, 2007)
• Senate bill targets suppression of voters (Los Angeles Times, February 1, 2007)