States Can Require Proof of Citizenship for Mail Voter Registration
This bill allows states to add a new requirement for citizens registering to vote using the mail-in form. Citizens may be required to provide proof of their U.S. citizenship, changing the current registration process. The consequence is a potential increase in required documentation for voters, aimed at enhancing election security measures.
Key points
States gain the authority to demand proof of citizenship when citizens register to vote by mail.
The change amends the existing National Voter Registration Act of 1993.
Status:
Introduced
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