New voting rules: mandatory citizenship proof and photo ID required
The bill requires presenting documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a passport or birth certificate, when registering to vote in federal elections. It also mandates showing a physical photo ID when voting in person and including a copy of the ID for absentee voting.
Key points
Requirement to present proof of citizenship (e.g., passport, birth certificate) when registering to vote.
Mandate to show a physical (not digital) photo ID when voting in person.
Absentee voters must include a copy of their photo ID with both the ballot request and the submitted ballot.
States must establish a program to identify and remove non-citizens from voter rolls.
Expansion of criminal penalties to include officials who register voters without the required proof of citizenship.
Citizens are granted a private right of action to sue officials who violate the Act's requirements.
Status:
Introduced
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