The proposed Kansas House Bill 2020, which aims to remove non-U.S. citizens from the state’s voter rolls using temporary driver’s license records, has sparked both support and concern.
The bill, supported by the Kansas Secretary of State’s Office, seeks to verify citizenship status by comparing voter rolls with a list of individuals holding temporary driver’s licenses—a tool the office considers valuable for identifying non-U.S. citizens.
However, the bill has raised concerns about potential disenfranchisement of legitimate voters, echoing past issues with Kansas’ voter registration laws.
Critics, including voting rights advocates, worry that comparing lists without sufficient safeguards could lead to errors and unjust removal of voters from the rolls. Some also question the effectiveness of the measure, pointing out the challenges in confirming citizenship status without a reliable source.
While the bill aims to ensure the integrity of Kansas elections, it faces opposition from groups like the ACLU, who argue that it feeds into conspiracy theories about widespread illegal voting and could undermine voter trust.
As the bill moves through the legislative process, its impact on voter access and its potential legal challenges will likely remain points of contention.