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Voters in East Greenwich, Rhode Island cast their ballots on November 4, 2008.

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Photo ID could be required at the polls

Bill is intended to prevent voter fraud

Updated: Tuesday, 13 Jan 2009, 6:33 PM EST
Published : Tuesday, 13 Jan 2009, 11:14 AM EST

    PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The next time you head to the polls to vote in Rhode Island, you could be required to show a photo ID.

    If it passes, a proposal on Smith Hill would enact the change over three years. The Secretary of State says the bill is intended to prevent fraud at the polls.

    Voters who don't have a photo ID will still be allowed to cast provisional ballots and will be able to get a photo ID for free.

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