DENVER—Colorado lawmakers are weighing a Republican proposal that would prevent people from voting if they can’t prove they’re U.S. citizens.
Supporters and opponents testified Wednesday on the bill that would direct the secretary of state’s office to compare voter rolls with state and federal records to determine if registered voters are U.S. citizens. When there is doubt, people would receive a letter asking them to show proof of citizenship within 90 days. They would be ineligible to vote if they don’t comply.
Lawmakers will vote on House Bill 1252 Thursday.
Supporters say they bill is necessary to prevent fraud. Opponents say the bill could unduly burden people who are eligible to vote.
Other Republican legislation requiring proof of citizenship to vote has already failed in the Democratic-controlled Senate.
