Part of a proposed Florida elections law would change the kind of identification state voters can present at polls. Student and retirement center IDs would no longer be allowed. Concealed weapons permits would still be accepted.
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A wide-ranging election measure teed up for action Wednesday in the Florida House of Representatives would change the kinds of ID voters can present at the polls, potentially making it more difficult for college students and seniors to vote.
The provision has gotten little attention because it’s tucked in a set of major proposed changes in Florida election law, the latest step in a yearslong effort by Republicans who control Florida state government to tighten the state’s voting laws.
