In Florida, most convicted felons will regain the right to vote after they complete their sentences as the result of the passage of Florida Amendment 4. That’s great, and Iowa and other states should follow Florida’s lead.

The relevant language of the amendment reads, “Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, any disqualification from voting arising from a felony conviction shall terminate and voting rights shall be restored upon completion of all terms of sentence including parole or probation. (b) No person convicted of murder or a felony sexual offense shall be qualified to vote until restoration of civil rights.”