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Introduced
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
In Committee
03/10/2025
03/10/2025
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 comprehensive new voter identification requirements in Minnesota, fundamentally changing how voters prove their identity and register to vote. The Minnesota Elections Integrity Act requires voters to present specific forms of identification at polling places and creates a new voter identification card for those without other acceptable documentation. Key provisions include mandating photo ID to register and vote, establishing a free voter identification card for those who lack other forms of identification, creating a provisional ballot system for voters unable to immediately prove their identity, and increasing penalties for various election-related infractions. The bill requires detailed documentation for obtaining a voter identification card, including proof of citizenship and residence, and establishes strict procedures for voter registration, absentee voting, and election day voting. The legislation also implements significant technological and administrative changes to Minnesota's voter registration system, including updating electronic rosters, modifying data collection processes, and creating new reporting requirements. The bill is set to take effect on June 1, 2027, and includes provisions for public education about the new voter identification requirements, with appropriations for system updates, training, and outreach efforts.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Author added Mathews (on 03/13/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2304&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF2304&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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