Securing our Elections Act of 2025
Sponsored By: Representative Fitzpatrick
Introduced
Summary
This bill would require a national photo identification rule for voting in federal elections. It would make showing a valid photo ID the baseline for in-person federal voting while setting rules for provisional ballots and alternative ID paths for people without ID.
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- Voters without a valid photo ID could cast a provisional ballot but must present the required ID or an affidavit claiming a religious objection within 3 days for the ballot to be considered.
- Non‑in‑person ballots would need either a copy of a photo ID or the last four digits of the voter’s Social Security number plus an affidavit that the voter tried but could not obtain an ID. Overseas military voters are exempt from that restriction.
- States would have to provide a free photo ID to anyone who signs an affidavit saying they cannot afford or otherwise obtain one. States with stronger existing photo‑ID laws could be treated as compliant if they submit documentation and the Attorney General does not act within 180 days. The rules would apply to federal elections held in 2026 and later.
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Photo ID rules for federal voting
Starting with 2026 federal elections, in-person voters would need a valid photo ID. Examples include a state driver’s license or ID, U.S. passport, or military ID. Without ID, you could cast a provisional ballot and have 3 days to show ID or file a religious‑objection affidavit. If voting by mail, you would include a copy of your ID, or your last four Social Security digits plus a state affidavit saying you couldn’t get a copy after reasonable efforts. Active‑duty military voters outside the U.S. would be exempt. States would provide free qualifying photo IDs to people who sign a state affidavit that they cannot pay or obtain one, and offer free ID copying at public buildings. States would tell you about these rules when you register, including online. States with stricter ID laws could be cleared by the Attorney General or deemed approved after 180 days. The Election Assistance Commission would issue recommendations by October 1, 2025.
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Fitzpatrick
PA • R
Cosponsors
Mackenzie
PA • R
Sponsored 1/9/2025
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
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