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MN HF2177

MN HF2177
Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification required of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place, voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, criminal penalties increased, reports required, and money appropriated.

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Introduced
03/12/2025
In Committee
03/12/2025
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, titled the "Minnesota Elections Integrity Act," introduces comprehensive changes to Minnesota's voting procedures, with a primary focus on implementing a new voter identification system. 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 process for voters unable to immediately provide proper identification. Key provisions include creating a free voter identification card available to eligible voters, mandating specific documentation requirements for obtaining such a card, and allowing individuals without proper ID to cast a provisional ballot that can be verified within seven days after the election. The bill also increases criminal penalties for voter fraud, requires a public education campaign about the new identification requirements, and makes numerous technical changes to voter registration and absentee voting processes. Additionally, the bill appropriates funds for implementing the new system, including money for programming changes, public education, and reimbursement of document costs for individuals obtaining a voter identification card. The new voter identification requirements and related changes are set to become effective on June 1, 2027, giving election officials and the public time to prepare for the new system.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Elections Finance and Government Operations (on 03/12/2025)
(1 Companion Bills)

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