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NY A08129
Bill
Status
5/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Mikulin
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to require government-issued photo identification in addition to signatures for voter registration and when voting in person
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Specifies acceptable forms of photo ID: New York State driver's license or non-driver ID, U.S. passport, U.S. educational institution ID, U.S. military ID, government-issued medical card, or any ID issued by the U.S. or New York State
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Exempts individuals with illiteracy or physical disability from the photo ID requirement
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Requires the amendment to be referred to the legislature after the next general election and published for 3 months before that election, per constitutional amendment procedures
Legislative Description
Requires a signature and government-issued photo identification for both voter registration and at the time of voting.
Last Action
opinion referred to judiciary
1/30/2026