Senate Bill 362 aims to expand the forms of proof of identification required for voting in Wisconsin. Currently, voters must present identification that includes their name and a photograph, with acceptable documents including U.S. passports and state-issued identification cards. The proposed legislation introduces a new category of acceptable identification: a valid operator's license or identification card that meets federal REAL ID requirements and is issued by any state, the District of Columbia, or U.S. territories.

The bill specifically creates a new statute, 5.02 (6m) (a) 5., which outlines this addition to the list of acceptable identification documents. This change is intended to enhance voter accessibility by allowing a broader range of identification options that comply with federal standards, thereby facilitating the voting process for individuals who may possess these forms of identification.