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TN SB0658
TN SB0658AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 2, relative to voter identification.
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Introduced
01/31/2025
01/31/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires acceptable forms of identification to cast a vote in an election in this state to be valid and unexpired; prohibits the registration of an applicant to vote without such a valid, unexpired identification. - Amends TCA Title 2.
AI Summary
This bill strengthens voter identification requirements in Tennessee by modifying existing election law. It clarifies that any form of identification used for voting must be currently valid and not expired, including licenses, identification cards, and passports. The bill specifically prohibits county election commissions from registering a voter unless the applicant provides satisfactory proof of having a valid, unexpired form of identification at the time of registration. This means that if a person's driver's license, state ID, passport, or other form of identification has expired or is invalid for any reason, they cannot be registered to vote or cast a ballot. The new provisions aim to tighten voter registration and voting procedures by ensuring that only individuals with current, valid identification can participate in elections. The law would take effect immediately upon becoming official, with the stated justification of serving the public welfare.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate State and Local Government Committee (on 02/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0658&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - HB0574 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/HB0574.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB0658.pdf |
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