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Required Identification for Voting in Federal Elections

This law introduces a new requirement: to vote in federal elections, you must show valid identification. This applies to both in-person voting and mail-in voting, where you must include a copy of your ID. The changes will take effect starting with the 2022 elections.
Key points
Requires showing valid identification when voting in person in federal elections.
Requires including a copy of valid identification when voting by mail in federal elections.
Accepted forms of identification include state/local government ID, US passport, military ID, or tribal government ID.
Changes apply starting with the 2022 federal elections.
Exception for military and overseas voters.
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Print number: 117_S_1130
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2021-04-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Promoting Election Integrity by Proving Voter Identity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1130.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires showing valid identification when voting in person in federal elections.
  • Requires including a copy of valid identification when voting by mail in federal elections.
  • Accepted forms of identification include state/local government ID, US passport, military ID, or tribal government ID.
  • Changes apply starting with the 2022 federal elections.
  • Exception for military and overseas voters.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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