House Bill 831 amends Florida's voter registration and identification laws to enhance the accuracy and integrity of the voter registration system. Key provisions include the requirement for voter registration applicants to provide their Florida driver license number or identification card number along with the last four digits of their social security number. The bill mandates that the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) facilitate voter registration opportunities for U.S. citizens applying for or renewing their driver licenses or identification cards, and it requires that individuals who have never voted in Florida present identification before voting for the first time. Additionally, the bill introduces new identification requirements, specifying acceptable forms of ID while removing neighborhood association identification from the list.

The bill also emphasizes the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of voter registration information and outlines the responsibilities of the DHSMV in verifying citizenship status. It establishes guidelines for third-party voter registration organizations to prevent solicitation of non-citizens and includes provisions for the removal of registered voters based on changes in driver license status. Furthermore, the bill mandates the creation of a statewide electronic database for residential addresses and requires regular maintenance of voter registration lists to identify ineligible voters. The new identification requirements for voters, particularly those voting by mail, aim to ensure that all voters are informed of the necessary steps to have their ballots counted. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 831 Filed: 97.026, 97.053, 97.0535, 97.1031, 98.093, 101.043, 101.6923