The bill amends various sections of Florida Statutes concerning voter registration and election processes, with a focus on enhancing identification requirements and ensuring the integrity of the voter registration system. Key provisions include the requirement for specific instructions to be displayed on voter registration websites, the revision of the statewide voter registration application to collect additional information such as the last four digits of the applicant's social security number, and the verification of applicants' citizenship status by the Department of State and supervisors of elections. The bill also introduces stricter identification requirements for first-time voters and mandates that the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) assist in voter registration during the issuance or renewal of driver licenses and identification cards.

Additionally, the bill establishes that information from the DHSMV indicating a registered voter has obtained a driver's license in another state will trigger a request for removal from the voter registration system. It requires the creation of a statewide electronic database for validating residential addresses and mandates quarterly maintenance of voter rolls by county supervisors of elections to identify ineligible voters. The bill outlines acceptable forms of identification for voter registration, including utility bills and bank statements dated within the last two months, while providing exemptions for certain groups such as individuals with disabilities and military members. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline the voter registration process while ensuring compliance with citizenship requirements and maintaining accurate voter rolls.

Statutes affected:
S 1330 Filed: 97.026, 97.053, 97.0535, 97.1031, 98.093, 101.043, 101.6921, 101.6923, 322.08