H.R.1139: Ballot Security Act of 1997

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about congress
  • Introduced March 20, 1997
  • Latest Major Action March 20, 1997

Bill Summary

Ballot Security Act of 1997 - Amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to: (1) require actual proof of citizenship for persons applying to register to vote; and (2) authorize States to require voters to produce photographic identification.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on House Oversight.
March 20, 1997

Introduced in the House by William J. Tauzin (R-La.)

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