New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 286: Requires a government photo identification card to be presented when casting a ballot

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO ELECTIONS

Plain-language summary

S 286 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 8, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires a government photo identification card to be presented when casting a ballot. Primary sponsor: Steve Rhoads (Republican/Conservative). It lists 4 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO ELECTIONS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Steve Rhoads (Republican/Conservative). 4 co-sponsors.