McCombie Filed Bill Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Register to Vote

This week, Illinois House Minority Leader Tony McCombie filed legislation to require proof of citizenship during voter registration. McCombie said, "This bill is a proactive step toward enhancing voter integrity and election security." She said those matters are "cornerstones of a functioning democracy."

Leader McCombie said, "Protecting the democratic process means ensuring that every vote is legitimate and counted. Requiring proof of citizenship during voter registration is a commonsense safeguard that helps protect the integrity of our elections."

With concerns about election fraud, McCombie said this legislation is a necessary step to strengthen trust in the electoral process. She said, "As Illinois continues to feel the effects of the ongoing migrant crisis, it's critical that we make changes to safeguard our elections and free from any doubt. Safeguarding our voting process protects the core of our democracy, and we must take every opportunity to make it better."

The bill is House Bill 5887.