summary
Introduced
02/02/2023
02/02/2023
In Committee
02/02/2023
02/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Introduced Session
93rd Legislature 2023-2024
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to elections; requiring photo ID to register to vote and to vote; creating a voter identification card; establishing provisional ballots; prohibiting certain methods of compensation related to absentee voting; requiring identification of individuals acting as an agent for an absentee voter; requiring identification of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place; prohibiting certain activities related to voter registration and absentee voting; prohibiting counties, municipalities, and school districts from accepting certain contributions for election expenses; amending requirements for in-person absentee voting polling places; increasing criminal penalties; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2022, sections 5B.06; 13.6905, by adding a subdivision; 144.226, by adding subdivisions; 171.06, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 171.061, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 171.07, subdivisions 1a, 4, 14, by adding a subdivision; 171.071, subdivisions 1, 2; 171.10, subdivision 1; 171.11; 171.12, subdivision 3c; 171.121; 171.14; 201.022, subdivision 1; 201.061, subdivisions 1, 1a, 3; 201.071, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 201.091, subdivision 9; 201.121, subdivision 1; 201.13, subdivision 3; 201.14; 201.145, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5; 201.161; 201.221, subdivision 3; 201.225, subdivision 2; 203B.03, by adding a subdivision; 203B.04, subdivisions 1, 4; 203B.065; 203B.07, subdivision 3; 203B.08, subdivision 1; 203B.081, subdivision 1; 203B.121, subdivision 2; 203B.17, subdivision 2; 203B.19; 203B.21, subdivision 3; 203B.24, subdivision 1; 204B.45, subdivision 2; 204B.46; 204C.08, subdivision 1d; 204C.10; 204C.15, subdivision 1; 204C.32; 204C.33, subdivision 1; 204C.37; 205.065, subdivision 5; 205.185, subdivision 3; 205A.03, subdivision 4; 205A.10, subdivision 3; 211B.07; 211B.13, subdivision 1; 256E.22, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 200; 201; 204C; 357; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2022, section 201.061, subdivision 7.
AI Summary
This bill, the Minnesota Elections Integrity Act, makes several key changes to election procedures in Minnesota:
- It requires voters to present a photo ID, such as a driver's license, state ID, or new voter ID card, to register to vote and to vote. It also creates a free voter ID card for those without other acceptable ID.
- It establishes provisional ballots for voters who cannot provide the required ID, allowing them to vote provisionally and then prove their identity and residence within 7 days to have their ballot counted.
- It prohibits certain methods of compensating individuals for soliciting, collecting, or accepting absentee ballot applications, and requires identification of individuals assisting voters in polling places.
- It makes various other changes related to absentee voting, voter registration, canvassing, and reporting requirements.
- It appropriates funding for implementing the new voter ID system and a public education campaign.
The bill aims to enhance election integrity by requiring voter identification, while also providing a process for voters without ID to cast a provisional ballot.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to Elections (on 02/02/2023)
Taxonomy
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1128&ssn=0&y=2023 | 02/01/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF1128&version=0&session=ls93&session_year=2023&session_number=0&format=pdf | 02/01/2023 |
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