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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to establishing identification at the voting polls. Election Laws.
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish a state-issued photo identification card to be used for voting purposes only. The bill requires voters to present a valid photo ID, such as the new state-issued voting ID card, a driver's license, government employee ID, or passport, before being allowed to vote in federal, state, local, or primary elections. The bill also directs the state secretary to issue the new voting ID card at no cost to the voter upon determination that the person meets the qualifications to vote.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Alyson Sullivan (R)*,
Donnie Berthiaume (R),
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
David DeCoste (R),
Joe McKenna (R),
Kelly Pease (R),
Mike Soter (R),
Marcus Vaughn (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H720 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H720.pdf |
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