In the upcoming election in Louisiana, several new laws and orders are making it more challenging for some individuals to cast their ballots. One order requires the Office of Motor Vehicles to share noncitizen names with Louisiana IDs for cross-checking with voter rolls, resulting in the removal of less than 50 noncitizens from voter lists. Additionally, a new law mandates that all third-party voter registration organizations must register before conducting voter registration drives, and absentee voting has become more restrictive with ACT 380 making it illegal to submit more than one absentee ballot that does not belong to you or an immediate family member.
Critics argue that these new laws will disproportionately impact seniors and individuals with disabilities who may have difficulty getting to the polls. However, Secretary of State Nancy Landry defends the measures, stating that they are necessary to uphold voter integrity. Despite these actions being taken in the name of preventing voter fraud, there is currently no evidence of widespread voter fraud occurring in Louisiana.
As the election approaches, these changes are drawing attention to the voting process in the state. With the spotlight on election laws and regulations, it remains to be seen how these new barriers at the ballot box will impact voter turnout and accessibility in Louisiana. For the latest updates on this issue and other breaking news, residents can download the free WWL-TV News app for direct neighborhood news delivery.
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