Overly burdensome photo ID requirements block millions of eligible American citizens from voting. As many as 11 percent of eligible voters do not have the kind of ID that is required by states with strict ID requirements, and that percentage is even higher among seniors, minorities, people with disabilities, low-income voters, and students.
Many citizens find it difficult to obtain government photo IDs because the necessary documentation, such as a birth certificate, is often difficult or expensive to acquire.
The Brennan Center conducts research on voter ID, proof of citizenship, and in-person voter fraud. Our attorneys assist policymakers and advocates who work to improve the security of elections without compromising citizens’ right to vote.
