Bill > S3925

This bill requires the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) to issue driver's licenses and identification cards to non-citizens with two distinct requirements: first, these documents must be a different color than those issued to U.S. citizens, and second, they must include a clear statement that reads "This document shall not be used as identification to vote in elections." Additionally, the bill introduces new voter identification requirements, mandating that voters present a valid photo ID before receiving a ballot, whether voting in person or by mail. Acceptable forms of identification include a New Jersey driver's license, state identification card, U.S. passport, military or veteran ID, or voter registration card. For mail-in ballots, voters must include a copy of an accepted photo ID matching their name and current address, or their ballot may be rejected. The bill aims to create clearer distinctions between documents issued to citizens and non-citizens and to strengthen voter identification procedures, potentially addressing concerns about voter eligibility and document verification. The provisions are designed to prevent non-citizens from using their state-issued documents for voting and to ensure that only eligible voters can cast ballots.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3925