H7379

Requires mail ballots applications to include the RI driving license or state identification number, if unexpired or expired no more than 6 months prior to the election, or the last four digits of the voter’s Soc Sec number.

Introduced·1/28/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7379 mandates mail ballot applications to include a driver's license number, state ID number, or last four digits of the Social.

Rhode Island H7379 amends the requirements for mail ballot applications to include the Rhode Island driver's license or state identification number, if unexpired or expired no more than six months prior to the election, or the last four digits of the voter’s Social Security number. This bill ensures that all mail ballots issued must be cast in conformance with specific procedures, including the need for the voter to affix their signature on all certifying envelopes containing a voted ballot. The bill also outlines penalties for knowingly making a false application or certification.

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Sponsors

DDDI
4
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 29

House

Withdrawn at sponsor's request

Jan 28

House

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections