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NJ S3651

Bill

Status

Introduced

9/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

Parker Space

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all voters beginning January 1, 2025 to present government-issued photo identification (such as a New Jersey driver's license, non-driver ID card, or federal/state document) containing their name, photograph, and valid expiration date in order to vote in person or by mail-in ballot

  • Voters who fail to present valid photo ID will be given a provisional ballot and must provide acceptable identification to the county commissioner of registration by close of business on the second day after the election for their vote to count

  • Creates a religious exemption allowing voters with religious objections to being photographed to vote by executing a sworn affidavit instead of presenting photo ID

  • Expands authority of district board members and authorized challengers to examine voter identification documents and challenge their validity during elections

  • Requires the Motor Vehicle Commission to waive fees for non-driver identification cards for indigent voters who need the document to meet the new voter ID requirement

Legislative Description

Requires certain documentation as proof of voter identity to vote; updates procedures for challenging voters regarding proof of identity.

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee

9/26/2024

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation9/26/2024

Full Bill Text

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