What are the rules regarding Voter ID laws?

Voter ID laws in Pennsylvania require a valid proof of identification in order to vote. This includes a Pennsylvania driver’s license, a state government issued ID, U.S. passport, U.S. Armed Forces ID, photo Identification card issued by a Pennsylvania care facility, or a student ID issued by an accredited Pennsylvania college or university. If the voter does not have a valid ID, they can still apply for one from a county voter registration office. Voters who are voting for the first time in Pennsylvania are required to provide proof of residency, such as a driver’s license, a non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth, a utility bill, a bank statement, a paycheck, or government check. If a voter does not have a valid ID, he or she may sign an affidavit attesting to his or her identity. This affidavit must be signed in the presence of a designated representative of their polling place. The voter will then be directed to a special voting booth to cast a provisional ballot, which will be counted after the election official verifies the voter’s identity. In Pennsylvania, it is possible to obtain a free non-photo voter identification card at county voter registration offices. This card serves as valid ID for voting and is issued to any eligible Pennsylvania resident at no cost. It is important to remember that no one can be turned away from the polls for lack of a valid ID. If a voter does not have a valid ID, they should be advised on how to obtain one or sign an affidavit.

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