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S00286Introduced in the Senate

Requires a government photo identification card to be presented when casting a ballot; provides for a method to receive a government photo identification card at no charge; provides that notaries are not permitted to collect a fee for collecting the documents required.

IntroducedSenate Elections

Introduced by Steven Rhoads, District 5

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Official description

Requires a government photo identification card to be presented when casting a ballot; provides for a method to receive a government photo identification card at no charge; provides that notaries are not permitted to collect a fee for collecting the documents required.

Where it stands

REFERRED TO ELECTIONS

January 7, 2026

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