H7451

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·1/30/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7451 requires mail ballot applications to include a driver's license number, state ID number, or last four digits of the Social.

Rhode Island H7451 mandates that mail ballot applications include either 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 requirement applies to all mail ballot applications to ensure voter identity and eligibility. The bill also outlines procedures for the validity of mail ballots, including signature requirements and the handling of emergency mail ballots. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government & Elections Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDDI
4
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Apr 16

12:00 AM

House State Government & Elections Hearing

History

Apr 16

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 10

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/16/2026)

Jan 30

House

Introduced, referred to House State Government & Elections