A 317
"Protecting Mail-in Voters Act"; requires those who vote by mail to enclose copy of personal identification.
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The "Protecting Mail-in Voters Act" requires voters who request to vote by mail to include a copy of their current, valid state-issued photo identification with their ballot. This aims to bolster election security by verifying voter identity. The bill also amends existing law to clarify mail-in ballot procedures, including application deadlines, notification requirements, and the handling of ballots returned for various reasons. It establishes a process for electronic mail-in ballot applications and outlines procedures for handling overseas voters and voters who have registered by mail.
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Gregory McGuckin
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