Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Elections
 
Board
State Board of Elections
 
chapter
Voter Registration [1 VAC 20 ‑ 40]
Chapter is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Action Proposed Regulation on Voter Photo Identification Document
Stage Proposed
Comment Period Ended on 5/12/2014
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5/8/14  7:22 am
Commenter: Cindy Brookshire

Make common sense modifications to engage the community
 

In business, we make everything simpler for our clients to bank, to shop and to engage in the vibrant life of our community. Please make these common sense modifications as suggested by the League of Women Voters: Registrars should be encouraged to solicit applicants outside of their offices.  While some do not have the resources to do so, it should be encouraged in every way and jurisdiction possible. Taking the photo and obtaining a signature for the ID should not be limited to registrars or their staff; they should be able to designate persons to do this, such as volunteers. A registered voter should be able to obtain a photo ID at any registrar's office in Virginia, not just in the jurisdiction where they live. Registered voters should be able to apply for a photo ID during all days and hours that the registrar's office is open. A registered voter applying for a photo ID should not be turned away if her name is found in the DMV database. It is important to make provisions for a temporary voter identification document for those who apply close to the next election. The document form or format must be the same throughout Virginia and provided by the Department of Elections. In general, the process should be simple, accessible, straightforward and non-threatening. Thank you for this open and public comment process.

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