LANSING, Mich. — State Sen. Jonathan Lindsey recently introduced legislation that would enshrine voter identification requirements at all polling locations in Michigan.
“It is paramount that we strengthen voter identification laws and protect our election integrity,” said Lindsey, R-Allen. “This session, Democrats have worked tirelessly to undermine the principles of our democracy and make cheating easier. Confidence in our elections among the public is reaching new lows, and rightfully so. We need to get off of this dangerous path and work on initiatives that help restore the faith of the people in our elections.”
Senate Bill 1034 would require proof of identity and state residency be provided when signing an affidavit to receive a ballot at polling locations. If personal identification and proof of state residency cannot be confirmed, a person would receive a provisional ballot, which cannot be tabulated on Election Day and must be cured with approved personal identification.
“We cannot continue to gut election laws and promote systematic change that would destroy fair and free elections in Michigan,” Lindsey said. “This would be an excellent first step toward making Michigan elections more secure.”