The bill aims to strengthen measures against illegal immigration by amending various sections of Florida law related to voter registration and voting. It revises the oath that individuals must take when registering to vote, requiring them to affirm their citizenship and acknowledge the potential criminal penalties for providing false information. Specifically, the new language emphasizes that registrants must have carefully reviewed the instructions for completing the Florida Voter Registration Application and understand the consequences of submitting false information, including potential deportation for non-citizens.

Additionally, the bill introduces criminal penalties for unauthorized aliens who falsely swear to oaths related to voting, submit false voter registration information, or vote while knowing they are not qualified electors. It establishes that unauthorized aliens who commit these offenses, as well as those who assist them with knowledge of their status, will face felony charges of varying degrees. The bill also includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable.

Statutes affected:
H 15A Filed: 97.051, 104.011, 104.15