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Introduced
01/11/2023
01/11/2023
In Committee
01/11/2023
01/11/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/10/2023
04/10/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT concerning Elections - In-Person Voting - Proof of Identity FOR the purpose of requiring an election judge to establish a voter’s identity by requiring the voter to present certain proof of identity; requiring a voter to vote a provisional ballot if the voter is unable to provide certain proof of identity; prohibiting a person from knowingly and willfully voting or attempting to vote under a false form of identification; and generally relating to requiring voters to present proof of identity at a polling place. BY repealing and reenacting, with amendments, Article - Election Law Section 10-310 and 16-201 Annotated Code of Maryland (2022 Replacement Volume and 2022 Supplement)
AI Summary
This bill requires an election judge to establish a voter's identity by requesting the voter to present either a valid government-issued photo ID or a valid non-government-issued photo ID along with a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, government check, or other government document that states the voter's name and address. If the voter is unable to provide the required identification, the election judge shall refer the individual for a provisional ballot. The bill also prohibits a person from knowingly and willfully voting or attempting to vote under a false form of identification. The bill takes effect on October 1, 2023.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House Ways and Means Hearing (13:00:00 1/31/2023 ) (on 01/31/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0035?ys=2023RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2023RS/bills/hb/hb0035f.pdf |
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