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NJ A1503
NJ A1503Requires registered voters to present identification when voting at polling place.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires a voter to present acceptable identification before voting at a polling place at any election. Acceptable identification includes, but is not limited to a valid: (1) New Jersey driver's license; (2) New Jersey REAL ID; (3) New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission "identification only" card; (4) United States passport; (5) voter registration card; (6) a municipal, State, or employment identification card; (7) a birth certificate; (8) a United States military or veteran identification card; (9) property tax and assessment statement or card; (10) insurance or public assistance identification card; (11) high school or college identification card; or (12) medical marijuana card. Identification cannot be digital. If a resident is unable to provide any of the initial forms of identification, the resident will be required to provide two forms of identification from the following forms of approved supplemental identification before casting their vote: (1) a utility bill, with name and address present, which includes, but is not limited to: phone, internet, water, gas, sewage, electric, or television; (2) mortgage or rental statement; or (3) mail or an envelope with the voter's address visible from a governmental agency or utility company. A voter who does not present identification, or whose identification information does not appear to match the voter's information may 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 acceptable identification, such as a driver's license, passport, or other government-issued ID, when voting at a polling place. If a voter does not have one of the approved forms of identification, they can provide two supplemental forms of identification, like a utility bill or rental statement, to establish their eligibility to vote. The bill also allows for a voter's eligibility to be challenged if they do not present identification or if the information on the identification does not appear to match the voter's information. However, the bill does not deny or alter a voter's opportunity to establish their right to vote if challenged.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Vicky Flynn (R)*,
Gerry Scharfenberger (R)*,
John DiMaio (R),
Dawn Fantasia (R),
Michael Inganamort (R),
Jay Webber (R),
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly State and Local Government Committee (on 01/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A1503 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2000/1503_I1.HTM |
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