Sen. Husted Introduces Bill Requiring Photo ID for All Federal Elections
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration for review. No further actions are scheduled at this time.
Tribal government-issued IDs are accepted as valid photo identification, which is a positive inclusion. However, members of tribal communities in remote areas may face additional barriers obtaining or renewing IDs with expiration dates, and access to public buildings with free copiers may be limited in rural reservation settings.
“A valid identification document issued by a Tribal government that includes a photo of the individual and an expiration date.”
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
As the Senate debates the SAVE America Act, experts note that most standard driver's licenses would not suffice for registration under the bill's strict proof-of-citizenship requirements. The bill also implements a nationwide photo ID requirement for casting ballots in federal elections.
The bill requires voters to present photo ID for in-person and mail-in voting. Those without ID can cast a provisional ballot but must return within three days with identification or sign a religious objection form. Mail-in voters must provide a copy of their ID or their Social Security number.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
A bill to require voters to provide photo identification as a condition of casting a ballot, and for other purposes.
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