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This bill, titled "A bill to require voters to provide photo identification as a condition of casting a ballot, and for other purposes," amends the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA) to establish new photo identification requirements for voting in federal elections. Specifically, it mandates that individuals voting in person must present a valid photo ID, such as a driver's license, state ID card, passport, military ID, or tribal government ID. If a voter does not have the required ID, they can cast a provisional ballot, which will only be counted if they provide the required ID or an affidavit attesting to a religious objection to being photographed within three days of voting. For those voting by mail, a copy of a valid photo ID or the last four digits of their Social Security number along with an affidavit of inability to obtain a photo ID must be submitted with their ballot, with exceptions for certain military and overseas voters, and individuals with disabilities. The bill also requires states to provide public access to digital imaging devices, like scanners and copiers, at government buildings at no cost to help voters obtain copies of their IDs, and mandates that voter registration processes notify applicants of these new photo ID requirements. These provisions will take effect upon enactment and apply to federal elections held thereafter.

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