HB 5423
To ensure that illegal aliens do not vote or operate a motor vehicle in the state.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to restrict the rights of individuals who are not U.S. citizens by preventing them from voting and driving motor vehicles in West Virginia. It requires a special color driver’s license for documented non-citizens and prohibits the state from recognizing out-of-state driver’s licenses issued to undocumented immigrants. The bill also modifies existing voting procedures to strengthen identification requirements and addresses issues related to driver’s licenses and voter registration.
Key provisions
- Requires a special color driver’s license for documented non-citizens.
- Prohibits West Virginia from recognizing out-of-state driver’s licenses issued to undocumented immigrants.
- Modifies voting procedures to strengthen identification requirements, including the use of affidavit statements.
- Updates the definition of a valid identifying document for voting, specifying acceptable forms of ID.
- Addresses the issuance of voter registration cards, clarifying requirements and fees.
- Specifies requirements for assisting voters who are unable to present identification.
- Clarifies the process for handling provisional ballots and verifying voter identity.
- Updates provisions related to driver’s licenses, including requirements for individuals over 70 and those with disabilities.
Who is affected
- Undocumented immigrants
- West Virginia voters
- West Virginia drivers
- The West Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles
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