Requiring Proof of Citizenship and Photo ID for Federal Elections.
This bill mandates that individuals must provide documentary proof of US citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections. Furthermore, all voters must present or include a copy of an eligible photo identification document when voting in person or by absentee ballot. These changes introduce new requirements and verification steps for citizens participating in federal elections, aiming to ensure only eligible citizens are registered and vote.
Key points
New Registration Requirement: Citizens must provide documentary proof of US citizenship (e.g., passport, naturalization certificate, specific birth certificate) to register for federal elections.
Mandatory Photo ID for Voting: All voters must present or submit a copy of a qualified photo ID that indicates US citizenship when casting a ballot (in-person or absentee).
State Verification Mandate: States must actively use federal databases (like SAVE) to verify citizenship status and remove non-citizens from voter registration rolls.
Penalties for Officials: Criminal penalties are established for election officials who register applicants without the required documentary proof of citizenship.
Status:
Introduced
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