The ACLU of Maryland opposes HB 1563, which would create onerous and illegal voter ID requirements for persons seeking to exercise the right to vote. This bill is unnecessary and will depress voter turnout in poor communities and communities of color.
HB 1563 - Election Law - Qualification of Voters - Proof of Identity
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Delegates Parrott, Cluster, Corderman, Ghrist, Glass, Grammer, Kittleman, Krebs, Long, Malone, Reilly, and Szeliga
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