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NY S00286
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Steven Rhoads
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AI Summary
- Requires all voters to present a current, valid government-issued photo ID when voting in person or submit a copy when voting by mail
- Acceptable photo IDs include: New York driver's license or non-driver ID, U.S. passport, U.S. educational institution ID, military ID, government medical card, or any federal/state-issued ID card
- Eliminates previous alternatives that allowed voters to present utility bills, bank statements, paychecks, or other documents showing name and address in lieu of photo ID
- Creates a fail-safe process for voters without ID to obtain a free non-driver identification card from the DMV by submitting a sworn affidavit at least 7 days before an election
- Provides free birth certificates to voters who need them to obtain ID for voting purposes, with no fees permitted for notarizing the required affidavits
Legislative Description
Requires a government photo identification card to be presented when casting a ballot; provides for a method to receive a government photo identification card at no charge; provides that notaries are not permitted to collect a fee for collecting the documents required.
Last Action
REFERRED TO ELECTIONS
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Elections1/8/2025
Full Bill Text
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