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Introduced
02/15/2017
02/15/2017
In Committee
02/15/2017
02/15/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/01/2017
12/01/2017
Introduced Session
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides that persons who apply to the DMV for a driver's license, its renewal or personal identification simultaneously register to vote, unless they expressly decline to do so. It also requires that the person certify that they are an American citizen.
AI Summary
This bill amends Rhode Island's "Registration of Voters" law to require that individuals applying for a driver's license, license renewal, or personal identification document at the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) be simultaneously offered the opportunity to register to vote or update their voter registration information, unless they expressly decline. The bill also mandates that applicants must certify that they are U.S. citizens in order for their voter registration to be transmitted. The changes will take effect 30 days after the DMV administrator certifies that the state's vehicle licensing system can accommodate these requirements.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Withdrawn at sponsor's request (on 02/15/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| BillText | http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/BillText17/HouseText17/H5514.pdf |
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