Photo ID required to register to vote and to vote, voter identification card created, provisional ballots established, identification required of individuals providing assistance to a voter in a polling place, voter registration and absentee voting activities prohibited, criminal penalties increased, reports required, and money appropriated.

The bill requires voters to show a photo ID to register and vote, and it creates a new voter identification card. It also establishes provisional ballots and requires identification for anyone assisting a voter at polling places. Additionally, the bill increases criminal penalties for violations and limits voter registration and absentee voting activities.

Supporters of the bill argue that it enhances election security by ensuring that only eligible voters can participate, thereby protecting the integrity of the electoral process. They believe that requiring a photo ID is a common-sense measure that aligns with identification requirements in other areas of life.

Critics of the bill contend that it could disenfranchise eligible voters, particularly those who may not have easy access to photo identification. They argue that the increased penalties and restrictions on voter registration and absentee voting could create unnecessary barriers to participation in the democratic process.