Several House lawmakers gathered for a press conference on Monday to introduce HF 57, a new bill that will require Minnesota voters to provide picture identification before receiving a ballot. Representatives Tom Emmer, Paul Kohls, Dan Severson and Mary Kiffmeyer authored the bill.

The bill also includes provisional ballots for those who may have forgotten their ID, or need more time to obtain proper identification and a clause that will provide free ID for voters who do not have and can’t afford state-issued Identification.

This bill is one great step towards improving confidence in the integrity of Minnesota’s elections. A recent survey found that 85% of Minnesotans favor the photo ID requirement that will be established by this legislation. Dozens of supporters turned out with signs advocating election reform and packed the House Press Conference Room.

The bill will be heard first in the House State and Local Government Operations, Reform, Technology and Elections Committee.

Take Action: Three Ways to Get Involved

• Sign the Election Integrity Petition and tell your legislators to support voter Photo ID.
• Write a letter to the editor in support of voter photo ID.
• Click here to contribute to Minnesota Majority and help advance election integrity.

Additional Resources: Click here to listen to the podcast of Rep. Mary Kiffmeyer discussing the voter ID bill on the Dan Conry show.