SB153

Require citizenship verification before an elector may vote

Introduced·3/19/25
Introduced Text

Requires verification of citizenship before voting in Ohio

Ohio SB153 mandates that an elector must provide valid proof of U.S. citizenship before casting a ballot. This applies to all elections and affects registered voters in Ohio. The bill specifies forms of acceptable identification, such as a driver's license, passport, or birth certificate. It also outlines procedures for handling provisional ballots and challenges to voter eligibility.

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Where it stands

Current
General Government Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 18, 2025

2:00 PM

Senate General Government 6th Hearing, No Testimony

Nov 5, 2025

9:15 AM

Senate General Government 5th Hearing, No Testimony

History

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: General Government

Mar 19, 2025

Senate

Introduced