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NC S356

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/3/2023

Primary Sponsor

William Jackson

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Origin

Senate

2023-2024 Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes constitutional amendment to require all voters to present photographic identification before voting, expanding current requirement that applies only to in-person voters
  • Amends Section 2 and Section 3 of Article VI of the North Carolina Constitution to apply photo ID requirement to all voting methods, not just in-person voting
  • General Assembly authorized to enact general laws governing photographic identification requirements, which may include exceptions
  • Amendment submitted to qualified voters at the statewide general election on November 5, 2024, with ballot question asking voters to approve or reject the photo ID requirement
  • Amendment becomes effective upon certification by the State Board of Elections if a majority of votes cast favor the amendment; has no effect if a majority votes against it

Legislative Description

Constitutional Amendment/Photo ID

Commerce; Conservation; Constitution

Last Action

Re-ref Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

6/27/2024

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House5/4/2023
Rules and Operations of the Senate4/27/2023
Commerce and Insurance4/19/2023
Rules and Operations of the Senate3/23/2023

Full Bill Text

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