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ID H0137

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/13/2023

Primary Sponsor

State Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Section 34-1114 of Idaho Code, which previously allowed voters to provide a personal identification affidavit in lieu of showing photo identification at the polls.

  • Removes references to the affidavit provision from Section 34-409 (electronic voter registration), Section 34-1012 (early voting procedures), and Section 34-1106 (poll book signing requirements).

  • Requires voters to present valid photo identification as provided in Section 34-1113 only, eliminating the affidavit alternative at early voting stations and regular polling places.

  • Removes the affidavit option from electronic voter registration application notices, which previously informed applicants of the requirement to provide personal identification before voting.

  • Takes effect January 1, 2024.

Legislative Description

Amends and repeals existing law regarding a voter's affidavit in lieu of identification.

VOTERS

Last Action

Filed in Office of the Chief Clerk

3/21/2023

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/14/2023

Full Bill Text

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