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Alex Padilla: “As written, this bill is stricter than most voter ID in states that already have a voter ID law in place. This goes…”

On the recordAugust 9, 2026
As written, this bill is stricter than most voter ID in states that already have a voter ID law in place. This goes further, requiring voters to include a copy of their ID when they vote by mail.
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Alex Padilla
Democratic · California

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Senate floor remarks opposing the SAVE Act

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