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.

Sponsors

Delegates Parrott, Cluster, Corderman, Ghrist, Glass, Grammer, Kittleman, Krebs, Long, Malone, Reilly, and Szeliga

Status

Won: bill did not pass

Session

2018

Bill number

Position

Oppose