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Introduced
02/17/2025
02/17/2025
In Committee
02/17/2025
02/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to elections; requiring photo ID to register to vote and to vote; creating a voter identification card; establishing provisional ballots; requiring identification of individuals acting as an agent for an absentee voter; requiring identification of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place; prohibiting certain activities related to voter registration and absentee voting; increasing criminal penalties; requiring reports; appropriating money; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 5B.06; 13.6905, by adding a subdivision; 142A.412, subdivision 1; 144.226, by adding subdivisions; 171.06, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 171.061, subdivisions 1, 3, 4; 171.07, subdivisions 1a, 4, 14, by adding a subdivision; 171.071, subdivisions 1, 2; 171.10, subdivision 1; 171.11; 171.12, subdivision 3c; 171.121; 171.14; 201.022, subdivision 1; 201.061, subdivisions 1, 1a, 3; 201.071, subdivisions 1, 2, 3; 201.091, subdivision 9; 201.121, subdivision 1; 201.13, subdivision 3; 201.14; 201.145, subdivisions 2, 3, 4, 5; 201.161, subdivision 3; 201.221, subdivision 3; 201.225, subdivision 2; 203B.04, subdivisions 1, 4; 203B.065; 203B.07, subdivision 3; 203B.08, subdivision 1; 203B.121, subdivision 2; 203B.17, subdivision 2; 203B.19; 203B.21, subdivision 3; 203B.24, subdivision 1; 203B.30, subdivision 2; 204B.45, subdivision 2; 204B.46; 204C.08, subdivision 1d; 204C.10; 204C.15, subdivision 1; 204C.32; 204C.33, subdivision 1; 204C.37; 205.065, subdivision 5; 205.185, subdivision 3; 205A.03, subdivision 4; 205A.10, subdivision 3; 211B.07; 211B.13, subdivision 1; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapters 200; 201; 204C; 357; repealing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 201.061, subdivision 7.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Minnesota Elections Integrity Act, which introduces comprehensive changes to the state's voting procedures, primarily focusing on voter identification requirements. The key provisions include creating a new voter identification card that can be obtained free of charge for individuals who lack other acceptable forms of identification, implementing a provisional ballot system for voters unable to provide proper identification on election day, and increasing documentation requirements for voter registration and absentee voting. The bill mandates that voters must present specific forms of identification to register to vote, cast ballots in person, or vote by absentee ballot, with a range of acceptable documents outlined in detail. It also introduces stricter penalties for actions that might interfere with voting, such as undue influence or tampering with ballot return envelopes, and increases the criminal classification for certain election-related offenses. The legislation includes provisions for public education about the new identification requirements, training for driver's license agents, and appropriations to support the implementation of these changes. The voter identification card will be available at no cost and can be obtained by individuals who cannot provide other forms of identification, with the state covering associated document fees. The bill is set to take effect on June 1, 2027, allowing time for system updates, public education, and preparation by election officials.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Chief author added Heintzeman (on 05/18/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1527&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF1527&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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