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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
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 introduces the Minnesota Elections Integrity Act, which establishes a comprehensive voter identification system and makes significant changes to election procedures. The bill requires voters to present photo identification to register to vote and to vote, creating a new voter identification card for those who do not have other acceptable forms of ID. Voters without proper identification will be allowed to cast provisional ballots that can be validated within seven days after the election. The legislation increases criminal penalties for voter fraud and undue influence, modifies absentee voting procedures, and requires additional documentation and verification for voter registration. The bill mandates a public education campaign to inform voters about the new identification requirements and provides funding for implementing the changes. Key provisions include creating a new voter identification card that will be free of charge, establishing strict protocols for voter registration and ballot casting, and requiring detailed documentation to prove identity and residence. The changes are set to take effect on June 1, 2026, with appropriations and preparations beginning immediately to support the new system's implementation.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to Elections (on 02/20/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1586&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF1586&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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