This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to mandate that all registered voters must present a valid identifying document containing a photograph in order to vote in elections for candidates for public office. The new legal language specifies that this requirement applies to all registered voters, reinforcing the necessity of photo identification at polling places. The bill also outlines the types of documents that qualify as valid identification, including state-issued IDs, passports, military IDs, and various other forms of identification that contain the voter's name and photograph.

Additionally, the bill makes several deletions and insertions to clarify the voting procedures and the responsibilities of poll clerks. For instance, it replaces the term "deemed" with "considered" in the context of valid identifying documents and introduces a new provision that explicitly states the requirement for photo identification in elections for public office. The bill aims to enhance the integrity of the voting process by ensuring that only duly registered voters can cast their ballots, while also providing alternative methods for individuals who may not have the required identification.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 3-1-34