Maryland 2026 Session Status: Introduced 12 R cosponsors

SB0567 — Elections - In-Person Voting - Proof of Identity

Last action — Hearing (Primary, House of Origin)

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House of Delegates
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 04, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

This bill requires voters to show photo ID to vote in person.

Voters must present valid photo identification and proof of address to vote in person. If a voter cannot provide this identification, they will need to cast a provisional ballot.

What this means for you
  • Workers: If you work during voting hours, be aware that the identification requirements may impact your ability to vote.
  • Families: This change means family members will need to ensure they have the proper ID before heading to the polls.

Summary

Requiring an election judge to establish a voter's identity by requiring the voter to present a valid government-issued photo identification or a valid non-government-issued photo identification, and a current bill, statement, or check that states the voter's name and address as proof of identity; requiring a voter to vote a provisional ballot if the voter is unable to provide certain proof of identity; and prohibiting a person from knowingly and willfully voting or attempting to vote under a false form of identification.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. Hearing (Primary, House of Origin)

  2. First Reading (House of Origin)

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 12 co-sponsors · 175 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (12)

Not signed on (175)

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Subjects

elections
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Frequently asked questions

What does SB0567 do?
Requiring an election judge to establish a voter's identity by requiring the voter to present a valid government-issued photo identification or a valid non-government-issued photo identification, and a current bill, statement, or check that states the voter's name and address as proof of identity; requiring a voter to vote a provisional ballot if the voter is unable to provide certain proof of identity; and prohibiting a person from knowingly and willfully voting or attempting to vote under a false form of identification.
Who sponsors SB0567?
SB0567 is sponsored by Senator Hershey, Senator Justin Ready (Republican), Senator Jack Bailey (Republican), Senator Mary Beth Carozza (Republican), Senator Paul D. Corderman (Republican), Senator William G. Folden (Republican), Senator Jason C. Gallion (Republican), Senator J.B. Jennings (Republican), Senator Johnny Mautz (Republican), Senator Mike McKay (Republican), Senator Johnny Ray Salling (Republican), Senator Bryan W. Simonaire (Republican), and Senator Chris West (Republican).
What is the current status of SB0567?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced February 04, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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