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Bill > A4257
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Introduced
06/15/2020
06/15/2020
In Committee
06/15/2020
06/15/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/30/2020
07/30/2020
Introduced Session
2020-2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a voter to present photo identification before voting at a polling place at any election. Acceptable photo identification includes, but is not limited to a valid: (a) New Jersey driver's license; (b) New Jersey REAL ID identification card or license; (c) New Jersey Division of Motor Vehicles "identification only" card; or (d) United States passport. A voter who does not present photo identification, or whose identification contains a picture that does not appear to depict the voter would be subject to challenge. This bill does not deny or alter a voter's opportunity to establish his or her right to vote if challenged.
AI Summary
This bill requires registered voters to present a valid photo identification, such as a New Jersey driver's license, REAL ID identification card, or U.S. passport, when voting at a polling place. If a voter does not have the required photo ID or the photo and signature on the ID do not match the voter, their eligibility to vote may be challenged. However, this bill does not deny or alter a voter's opportunity to establish their right to vote if challenged.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Withdrawn from Consideration (on 07/30/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/A4500/4257_I1.HTM | 06/16/2020 |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2020/Bills/A4500/4257_I1.PDF | 06/16/2020 |
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