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H.R. 9368119th CongressPlaced on the calendarLatest action Jul 15, 2026Decoded by AI · checked against the record
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The Voter ID Act would require photo identification to vote in federal elections, with limited exceptions.
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The bill requires voters to show a valid photo ID, such as a driver's license, passport, military ID, or tribal ID, before voting in federal elections. In-person voters without ID could cast a provisional ballot but must show ID or sign a religious-objection affidavit within three days. Mail voters must submit a copy of their ID, provide the last four digits of their Social Security number with a sworn statement, or get their ballot notarized.
This affects all voters in federal elections, particularly elderly, low-income, disabled, or rural voters who may lack ID, as well as state and local election officials and state and tribal governments. Overseas military voters and certain voters with disabilities are exempted.
The requirement could make voting harder for people without current photo ID unless they complete additional steps like affidavits or notarization. States would also need to update registration systems and polling procedures to comply.
The bill creates a federal grant program to help states and Native American tribes cover the cost of issuing free photo IDs to people who cannot afford the usual fee.
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Right now: it was placed on the House floor calendar, and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
Latest action: — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 653.
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