Kern County residents debate Prop. 39 voter ID requirements

Dozens of Kern County residents gathered at a Hispanic Chamber of Commerce meeting to discuss Proposition 39, which would require citizens to show proof of identification for in-person voting or provide the last 4 digits of a government-issued ID when voting by mail.

Community advocate Nadine Escalante expressed concern that the measure could reduce accessibility for mail-in voters.

“Especially if you’re disabled or senior citizens or low income communities who do not have transportation,” Escalante said…

Story continues

TRENDING NOW

LATEST LOCAL NEWS