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Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 231.
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Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 231.
Cloture on the motion to proceed to the measure not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 46. Record Vote Number: 231.
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The bill would require voters to show valid photo ID to receive a federal election ballot.
In-person voters must present valid physical photo identification.
Voters without ID may cast provisional ballots subject to conditions.
Provisional ballot counted only if ID or affidavit provided within three days.
Non–in-person ballots need a photo ID copy or SSN last four plus affidavit.
If enacted, the bill would change how voters prove identity for federal elections and could affect procedures for in-person, mail, and other voting methods.
State and local election officials and people voting in federal elections.
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