Pennsylvania HB1061 amends voter registration laws to require verification of citizenship and outlines acceptable forms of identification.
Pennsylvania HB1061 amends Title 25 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to require the verification of citizenship for voter registration. Acceptable forms of identification include a government-issued photo ID showing U.S. birth, a U.S. passport, military ID with proof of U.S. birth, or other documents like a birth certificate or naturalization certificate. The bill also allows for a private right of action for violations of the citizenship verification process and outlines penalties for officials who neglect their duties. The act takes effect in 60 days.
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