Federal Election Changes: New Voter Registration and Voting Rules
This act introduces new rules for voter registration, ballot casting, and tabulation in federal elections. Citizens will need to actively register to vote, provide proof of citizenship, and their full Social Security number. Rules for mail-in voting and ballot observation will also change, potentially impacting the accessibility and process of elections.
Key points
No more automatic voter registration: You must actively register to vote.
Proof of U.S. citizenship required: You must provide a document proving U.S. citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, passport) when registering.
Full Social Security number mandatory: Voter registration applications will require your full Social Security number.
ID required for voting: You must show valid identification to vote in person or include a copy with your mail-in ballot.
Restrictions on mail-in ballots: Ballots will only be mailed upon request, and drop boxes will only be allowed inside election official offices.
Third-party ballot collection prohibited: Only authorized election officials or postal service employees can deliver voted absentee ballots.
Post-election audits: An audit of voting systems and election official performance will be conducted after each federal election.
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