Voter Registration Changes: States May Require Proof of Citizenship for Mail-In Forms.
This bill allows individual states to add a new requirement for citizens registering to vote by mail. Applicants using the federal mail-in form may be required to provide documentation proving they are U.S. citizens. This change aims to enhance election security but could introduce an extra step or requirement for citizens during the registration process.
Key points
States are granted the authority to demand proof of U.S. citizenship when citizens register to vote using the federal mail-in form.
The change amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993, affecting the standard federal mail registration procedure.
Status:
Introduced
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