10 Changes to Ohio Election Law

For a good article clearly summarizing the proposed changes to Ohio election law, see Jessica Alaimo, 10 Changes Coming to Ohio Elections, The News-Messenger, June 25, 2011.  The pending bills include:

  • HB 159 – Photo Id. Required to Vote.
  • HB 194 – Numerous other changes.

The above links are to the Ohio Legislature’s web page, which includes the text of the bill, bill status, Legislative Service Commission Analysis, Fiscal Notes and Synopsis of Committee Amendments.  Ohio Capitol Connection, has more information, including Hannah News reports and hearing summaries (under the Bill History link).