New York S00286 requires voters to present a government photo ID when casting a ballot and provides a method to obtain a free non-driver ID for.
New York S00286 mandates that voters present a government-issued photo ID when casting a ballot. It also provides a method for individuals without a valid photo ID to obtain a free non-driver identification card from the Department of Motor Vehicles. The bill specifies that notaries are not allowed to charge a fee for collecting the required documents. This law applies to individuals who registered to vote by mail on or after January 1, 2003, and have not previously voted in a federal election in the jurisdiction.
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