HB 549 Summary

• Removes the requirement that voters present personal identification at polling places, replacing it with a provisional ballot option for those unable to provide identification that must be validated within 10 days after the election.

• Establishes that voter registration can occur at polling places on election day by completing an application, taking an oath, and providing proof of United States citizenship and residence.

• Modifies electronic voter registration to require the Secretary of State to create and maintain a publicly available online system for qualified electors with valid Idaho driver's licenses or identification cards.

• Changes county election record retention requirements by consolidating retention periods and removing references to personal identification affidavits, replacing them with provisional ballot envelope tracking provisions.

• Requires the Secretary of State to send voter registration verification by nonforwardable first-class mail when the address from the Idaho Transportation Department does not match the elector's provided address.