Maine lawmakers reject bill to stop issuing Real ID cards

Letter: Voter ID requirement could strengthen trust in Maine’s elections

Letters submitted by BDN readers are verified by BDN Opinion Page staff. Send your letters to letters@bangordailynews.com Maine’s elections are a cornerstone of our democracy, and ensuring their integrity is paramount. I believe requiring voter ID at the polls is a common-sense measure to protect the process, boost public confidence, and deter potential fraud. I think adding a straightforward ID requirement can further safeguard our votes withou…

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Maine lawmakers reject bill to stop issuing Real ID cards

The bill, which would have repealed the Maine law that allows the state to issue driver's licenses that comply with the federal REAL ID Act, was defeated in the Senate Tuesday. It was rejected in the House last week.

Maine lawmakers reject bill to stop issuing Real ID cards - Finnoexpert

May 27—AUGUSTA — Maine lawmakers have rejected a proposal that would have required the state to stop issuing driver’s licenses and identification cards known as Real ID that meet strict new federal security standards. The Senate voted without a roll call and without any discussion Tuesday to reject the bill. It was rejected 109-34 in the House of Representatives last week. The bill, sponsored by Rep. Laurel Libby, R-Auburn, would have repealed t…