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California Voter ID Measure Sparks Controversy Ahead of Vote

3/2/2026

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A California voter ID measure, backed by over 1.3 million signatures, will be submitted statewide this week.
Republican Assemblymember Carl DeMaio says the measure aims to restore trust by verifying identities and addressing fraud.
If approved in November, it would amend the California constitution to require photo ID and citizenship verification.
Opponents, including Jenny Farrell of the League of Women Voters, say it imposes restrictions and could expose personal information.

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A California voter ID measure, backed by over 1.3 million signatures, will be submitted statewide this week.
Republican Assemblymember Carl DeMaio says the measure aims to restore trust by verifying identities and addressing fraud.
If approved in November, it would amend the California constitution to require photo ID and citizenship verification.
Opponents, including Jenny Farrell of the League of Women Voters, say it imposes restrictions and could expose personal information.