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This bill, known as the "Only Citizens Vote Act," introduces several key provisions related to voting and driver's licenses for noncitizens in Arkansas. The legislation requires the Department of Finance and Administration to provide a monthly report to the Secretary of State listing individuals with nonimmigrant visas, who will then cross-reference these names with voter registration records. If a noncitizen is found to be registered to vote, their voter registration will be canceled, and their driver's license will be suspended. The bill mandates that driver's licenses for noncitizens will be distinctively different from standard licenses, featuring a vertical format, a "Non-Citizen" label, and a clear indication that the license is not valid for federal identification or voting purposes. The license will also expire concurrently with the holder's visa expiration. Additionally, the bill amends existing election laws to require election officials to be trained in recognizing and refusing driver's licenses that are not valid for voter identification. These changes aim to prevent noncitizens from voting and create a clear distinction between citizen and noncitizen driver's licenses, with the provisions set to take effect on February 1, 2025.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1422&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R