Bill > HB06018

This bill proposes to amend existing voting laws to require all voters (referred to as "electors") to present a current and valid photo identification with their name and residential address before they can cast a ballot at polling places. The bill also establishes a program to ensure that electors can obtain the necessary photo identification, such as a driver's license, identity card, or other government-issued photo ID, at no cost. The primary goal is to implement a photo ID requirement for voting while removing financial barriers that might prevent eligible voters from obtaining the required identification. By offering free identification documents, the bill aims to balance the new voter ID requirement with accessibility concerns, ensuring that all eligible voters can participate in elections regardless of their ability to pay for identification. The legislation represents a significant change in voting procedures, introducing a new step in the voting process that requires voters to prove their identity through a government-issued photo identification before being permitted to vote.

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