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OK HB2821
Bill
Status
2/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Sean Roberts
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AI Summary
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Amends 26 O.S. 2011, Section 7-114 regarding voter identification requirements for elections.
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Removes the exception allowing voter identification cards issued by county election boards to bypass the photograph and expiration date requirements for proof of identity.
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Requires all acceptable identification documents to include a photograph and valid expiration date (except ID cards for persons 65+ years old issued under 47 O.S. Section 6-105.3).
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Allows voters without acceptable ID to cast a provisional ballot after signing an oath statement, with false swearing punishable as a felony.
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Effective July 1, 2012, with emergency declaration for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.
Legislative Description
Elections; modifying voter identification card exception; effective date; emergency.
Elections
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
2/7/2012