This bill amends current Oklahoma election laws to clarify that identification issued by educational institutions, such as schools and universities, is not valid proof of identity for registering to vote or for voting. Specifically, it introduces a new section to the Oklahoma Statutes stating that such identification does not constitute valid proof of identity. Additionally, it amends Section 7-114 of Title 26 to include this stipulation as part of the requirements for proof of identity when voting, alongside existing criteria such as having a photograph and an expiration date on the identification.
The bill also outlines the process for voters who are unable to provide proof of identity, allowing them to cast provisional ballots under certain conditions. It specifies that a provisional ballot will only be counted if the voter's information matches the voter registration database. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025, following its passage through the Committee on Government Oversight.