The bill amends sections of the General Laws in Chapter 17-20, titled "Mail Ballots," to enhance the requirements for the validity of mail ballot and emergency mail ballot applications. It introduces a requirement that all applications must include proof of the voter's date of birth along with either a Rhode Island driver's license number or a state identification number. This change aims to improve the verification process for voters applying for mail ballots, ensuring that only eligible voters can obtain them.

The bill also establishes specific requirements for the validity of emergency mail ballot applications, mirroring the requirements for standard mail ballot applications. It emphasizes that the application must include the same proof of date of birth and identification number.

The act is set to take effect upon passage.