Bill > HR9368

This bill, titled the "Voter ID Act," proposes to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to require voters to present a valid photo identification when casting a ballot in federal elections. For individuals voting in person, this means showing a state-issued driver's license, state-issued ID card, U.S. passport, military ID, or tribal government ID with a photo and expiration date; if they cannot provide this, they can cast a provisional ballot and must later provide the ID or an affidavit stating a religious objection to being photographed. Those voting by mail must submit a copy of their photo ID or the last four digits of their Social Security number along with an affidavit if they cannot obtain a photo ID, with exceptions for certain military and overseas voters. The bill also mandates that states provide public access to digital imaging devices at government buildings to help citizens make copies of their IDs and requires voter registration processes to inform applicants about these new photo ID requirements. Furthermore, it establishes a grant program to help states and tribal governments provide eligible individuals with free driver's licenses, state ID cards, or tribal IDs if they attest they cannot afford the usual fees, aiming to ensure access to the required identification.