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MA H720

MA H720
Establishing identification at the voting polls


summary

Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4733 (on 07/15/2024)

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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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