Nebraska
Nebraska's Secretary of State reminds voters to get new ID before primary
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – Nebraska’s Secretary of State is sending out letters to Nebraskans who need to get a new, state-issued ID before the upcoming primary election.
Bob Evnen said about 35,000 Nebraskans will receive the letter. He said that’s about 3% of all registered voters in the state.
Evnen said the his office wants to make sure everyone is ready for upcoming elections.
“We’re trying to reach voters who may not be aware of the new voter ID law and may not be prepared,” he said.
Nebraska’s new law states that voters must present photo ID before voting.
This law will first be implemented during the statewide primary on May 14.
You can get a state-issued ID at any Nebraska DMV location.
Voters should also ensure their early voting applications are up to date.
For early voting application information, click here.