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PA HB437
Bill
Status
2/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Kutz
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AI Summary
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Proposes amending the Pennsylvania Constitution to require all voters to present valid, unexpired government-issued identification at every election
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In-person voters must show valid ID before receiving a ballot; mail-in or absentee voters must provide proof of valid ID with their ballot
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Requires the government to provide free identification to any qualified voter who does not possess valid ID, upon request and confirmation of identity
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Retains existing voter eligibility requirements: U.S. citizenship for at least one month, Pennsylvania residency for 90 days, and election district residency for 60 days prior to the election
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As a constitutional amendment, must pass the General Assembly in two consecutive sessions before being placed on the ballot for voter approval at a general or municipal election
Legislative Description
A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications of electors.
Last Action
Referred to State Government
2/3/2025