Summary
Voters in Maine and Texas are considering changes to their voting laws in upcoming elections. In Maine, a proposal seeks to require voter ID and restrict absentee voting, while Texas voters are deciding on a constitutional change to clarify that non-citizens cannot vote. Both measures come amidst ongoing discussions on election security and voter fraud.
Key Facts
- Maine and Texas will vote on election-related initiatives on November 4.
- Maine's proposal, Question 1, would require voter ID, limit absentee voting, and reduce drop boxes.
- Texas is considering a constitutional amendment to ensure only citizens can vote.
- Nearly half of Maine's voters used absentee voting in the 2024 presidential election.
- Republican and Democratic groups in Maine are campaigning for and against the voter ID proposal.
- Maine's governor, Janet Mills, opposes the proposed voting changes.
- The initiative in Maine is supported by a conservative group, while an opposing group has raised significant funds to block it.
- In Texas, there is strong support from Republican leaders for the citizenship voting requirement.
