Bill > SB00329

This bill proposes significant changes to voting procedures by requiring all voters to present photo identification when casting ballots, both in-person and by absentee ballot. For in-person voting, electors must show a current, valid photo ID that displays their name and residential address. For absentee voting, electors must include a photocopy of their photo ID in the outer return envelope. To help voters comply, the bill mandates that public libraries provide free photocopies of identification specifically for voting purposes, with the libraries able to seek reimbursement from the State Treasurer. Additionally, the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles must waive fees for obtaining a driver's license or identity card for individuals who cannot afford these documents. The goal is to ensure voter identification while providing accessible methods for voters to obtain the necessary documentation at no cost, thereby addressing potential financial barriers to voting that might disproportionately affect low-income residents.

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