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MN HF2119

MN HF2119
Elections integrity act established requiring photo ID to register and to vote, ID cards and provisional ballots established, and criminal penalties increased.

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Introduced
03/10/2025
In Committee
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 would establish a new "Minnesota Elections Integrity Act" that introduces comprehensive changes to voter identification and voting procedures. The bill requires voters to present photo identification to register and vote, creates a new voter identification card for those without other acceptable forms of ID, and establishes a provisional ballot system for voters unable to immediately prove their identity and residence. Key provisions include creating a free voter identification card for eligible individuals, expanding documentation requirements for voter registration, implementing stricter identification verification processes for absentee and in-person voting, and increasing criminal penalties for certain election-related activities. The bill also mandates a public education campaign to inform voters about the new identification requirements and provides appropriations for system changes and implementation. The changes would be phased in, with most provisions becoming effective on June 1, 2026 or 2027, giving election officials and voters time to prepare for the new requirements. The legislation aims to enhance election security and voter verification while providing alternative voting methods for those who may face challenges obtaining traditional identification.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Elections Finance and Government Operations (on 03/10/2025)

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