Judge blocks Ohio proof-of-citizenship law for voter registration
Summary
A federal judge stopped Ohio from making people show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at motor vehicle offices. This rule was part of a state law signed by Governor Mike DeWine in March 2025.Key Facts
- Ohio passed a law requiring proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration at motor vehicle bureaus.
- Acceptable documents include a U.S. passport or birth certificate.
- The law was signed by Governor Mike DeWine in March 2025.
- A federal judge blocked Ohio from enforcing this requirement.
- The judge’s decision prevents the law from taking effect while legal issues are reviewed.
- The case concerns the state’s “motor voter” law, which makes voter registration easier at motor vehicle offices.
- The block aims to address concerns about voting rights and access.
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