MN
Minnesota House Bill HF1251

Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF1251

Introduced
2/2/23  

Caption

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

Impact

One significant change proposed by HF1251 is the amendment of various statutes related to voting procedures, particularly concerning voter registration and absentee voting protocols. The bill also aims to increase criminal penalties for violations of the newly established rules, thereby reinforcing compliance with these regulations. By implementing these stringent voter ID requirements, the state seeks to prevent potential voter fraud and enhance the overall public trust in the electoral process, although this has sparked debates regarding access to voting, especially for marginalized groups.

Summary

House File 1251, known as the Minnesota Elections Integrity Act, introduces stringent requirements regarding voter identification and absentee voting in the state. The key provisions of the bill mandate that voters must present a photo ID to register and vote, and it establishes the procedure for issuing voter identification cards to eligible citizens. This legislative measure aims to bolster the integrity of the electoral process while ensuring that all registered voters have the means to participate in elections effectively.

Contention

The bill has generated considerable debate among lawmakers and advocacy groups, particularly concerning its impact on voter access. Proponents argue that requiring photo ID for voting is a necessary step to ensure election integrity and prevent fraud. Conversely, opponents raise concerns that such measures could disenfranchise voters, especially those who may have difficulty obtaining the required identification, such as the elderly and low-income individuals. The discussions around this aspect reflect deeper philosophical divides on how best to balance election security with equitable access to the voting process.

Latest HF1251 Activity

Companion Bills

MN SF1128

Similar To Minnesota Elections Integrity Act

Previously Filed As

MN HF573

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

MN HF1188

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

MN HF2392

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place required, certain voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, and money appropriated.

MN HF2177

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification required of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place, voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, criminal penalties increased, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1369

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, ID of individuals acting as an agent for an absentee voter required, ID of individuals providing assistance at a polling place required, criminal penalties increased, and money appropriated.

MN SF1166

Photo ID requirement to register to vote and to vote requirement; voter identification card and provisional ballot establishment; appropriating money

MN HF965

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1651

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1513

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1253

Requirements related to the return of absentee ballots on election day modified, and absentee voting period modified for certain voters.

Similar Bills

MN HF2392

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place required, certain voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, and money appropriated.

MN HF2119

Elections integrity act established requiring photo ID to register and to vote, ID cards and provisional ballots established, and criminal penalties increased.

MN HF1369

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, ID of individuals acting as an agent for an absentee voter required, ID of individuals providing assistance at a polling place required, criminal penalties increased, and money appropriated.

MN HF2177

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification required of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place, voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, criminal penalties increased, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1513

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter ID card created, provisional ballots established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN SF1166

Photo ID requirement to register to vote and to vote requirement; voter identification card and provisional ballot establishment; appropriating money

MN HF573

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.

MN HF1188

Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote; voter ID card created; provisional ballots established; compensation methods prohibited; identification of individuals acting as agent for absentee voter or providing assistance to voter required; counties, municipalities, and school districts prohibited from accepting contributions; absentee voting requirements amended; and money appropriated.