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ID H0692
Bill
Status
2/28/2022
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
Idaho House Bill 692 - Elections Summary
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Requires proof of United States citizenship for voter registration through acceptable documents including birth certificates, passports, naturalization documents, or tribal enrollment verification.
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Establishes the Election Integrity Fund to provide free state identification cards for voting purposes to eligible Idaho citizens who lack a valid driver's license or state ID.
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Adds citizenship status requirements to driver's licenses and identification cards issued by the Idaho Transportation Department, with optional "USA" notation for citizens.
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Mandates voters present acceptable photo identification at polls, with options including Idaho driver's license, U.S. passport, military ID, tribal ID, or concealed weapons license.
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Declares an emergency effective date and includes severability clause to preserve remaining provisions if any section is invalidated.
Legislative Description
Amends and adds to existing law to revise provisions regarding identification for voter registration and voting purposes.
ELECTIONS
Last Action
U.C. to be returned to State Affairs Committee
3/7/2022