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[–] Thisismyvoatusername 1 point 2 points (+3|-1) ago 

But IDs can be obtained for free. In what way is that a tax?

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[–] RoBatten 1 point 2 points (+3|-1) ago 

I'm sure that if voter ID laws were enacted, free ID cards for welfare rats would be included . . .

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[–] akuta 1 point 0 points (+1|-1) ago 

Unfortunately, we're told that IDs can be obtained for free... But go down to the DMV (where they issue them here) and they still charge you for the card.

For example, here are the notes regarding ID cards directly from WA state's website:

Things to know

A standard ID card costs $54, an enhanced ID (EID) card $78. You’ll need to renew it every 6 years. Replacing a lost or stolen ID card costs $20. You can get an ID/EID card at any age. You can get an ID card at any of our driver licensing office locations and you can get an EID card at any of our EDL/EID offices. Parents/guardians – you can get an ID/EID card for your children. Your child must be with you at the office to get it.

That's $54... Not free. Not saying that we shouldn't require IDs to vote; however, if we're going to do that there needs an actual free option... Because otherwise it then involves payment to vote (which violates the 24th).

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[–] totes_magotes 1 point 0 points (+1|-1) ago 

Which government issued IDs can be obtained for free?

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[–] RoundWheel 1 point 1 point (+2|-1) ago 

State and federal have deals to allow the sick and poor to obtain id for cheap or free.

But when you consider it's something they already have to have to function in any way in society it's impossible to claim it's a tax. It's something they already have. Besides, those who would qualify for such programs are already receiving funds from the state. As such, the state is already paying for it.

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[–] Thisismyvoatusername 1 point 1 point (+2|-1) ago 

Seriously? Do a search for "free state id cards". All states have them because ID is legally required for a lot of things and not everyone drives and/or can afford to pay.