A197 — Requires certain documentation as proof of voter identity to vote; updates procedures for challenging voters regarding proof of identity.
Right now, New Jersey law lets people vote without showing photo ID; they can sign an affidavit instead. This bill would change that by requiring certain documents as proof of voter identity before voting. It also updates the rules on how poll watchers can challenge a voter's identity. Lawmakers int
- Sponsor: Fantasia, Dawn
- Status: in_committee
- Introduced: 2026-01-13T00:00:00+00:00
- State: New Jersey
- Chamber: house