The bill aims to strengthen regulations against illegal immigration in relation to voting in Florida. It amends existing statutes to revise the oath that individuals must take when registering to vote, requiring them to affirm their U.S. citizenship and acknowledge the potential criminal penalties for providing false information. Specifically, the new language emphasizes that individuals must have carefully reviewed the voter registration instructions and understand the consequences of perjury, including fines, imprisonment, or deportation if they are not U.S. citizens.

Additionally, the bill introduces criminal penalties for unauthorized aliens who falsely swear or affirm to any voting-related oaths, submit false voter registration information, or willfully vote while knowing they are not qualified electors. It establishes that unauthorized aliens and those who assist them in these actions will face felony charges, with increased penalties for those who knowingly aid unauthorized aliens. 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