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WV HB3027
WV HB3027Require all registered voters to produce a photo ID to vote in all public office elections
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Introduced
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
In Committee
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2025
04/12/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to require that in elections for candidates for public office, all registered voters shall produce a valid identifying document containing a photograph in order to vote.
AI Summary
This bill modifies West Virginia's voting procedures to require all registered voters to produce a photo ID to vote in public office elections. The bill expands existing identification requirements by adding a new subsection that specifically mandates that all registered voters must present a valid photo identifying document when voting in elections for public offices. The bill provides a comprehensive list of acceptable forms of identification, which includes various government-issued documents like driver's licenses, passports, employee and student ID cards, military IDs, and several other forms of identification. If a voter cannot provide a photo ID, they may cast a provisional ballot after executing an affidavit affirming their identity, which will be verified by election authorities by comparing the voter's signature with records. The bill also includes provisions for voters who may need assistance, such as those with disabilities, and ensures that those in state-licensed care facilities are exempt from the photo ID requirement. Prior to implementation, the Secretary of State is required to educate voters about the new identification requirements and develop a program to help ensure all eligible voters can obtain a valid identifying document.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Phil Mallow (R)*,
Michael Devault (R),
Scot Heckert (R),
Larry Kump (R),
Keith Marple (R),
George Miller (R),
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 02/28/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=3027&year=2025&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill |
BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb3027%20intr.htm&yr=2025&sesstype=RS&i=3027 |
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