The bill amends existing election laws in Wyoming to require voters to provide acceptable identification when requesting and obtaining absentee ballots. Specifically, it introduces new provisions that mandate qualified electors to present acceptable identification when applying for absentee ballots, whether in person, in writing, or by telephone. If applying in person, voters must show acceptable identification, while those applying by mail or electronically must submit a legible copy of their identification to the county clerk. Additionally, the bill establishes that voters who are challenged and cannot provide proof of identity will be allowed to cast provisional ballots and have until the close of business the following day to present documentation to verify their eligibility.

Furthermore, the bill creates a new subsection in the absentee ballot record requirements, which will now include details about the acceptable identification provided by absentee ballot applicants. It also repeals conflicting provisions related to voter identification requirements. The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2023.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 22-3-118, 22-9-104, 22-9-108