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IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act

USA119th CongressHR-1457| House 
| Updated: 2/21/2025
Sean Casten

Sean Casten

Democratic Representative

Illinois

Cosponsors (9)
Robin L. Kelly (Democratic)Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Shri Thanedar (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Mark Takano (Democratic)Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democratic)Mary Gay Scanlon (Democratic)Summer L. Lee (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation, titled the "IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act," requires the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration to produce and make available, at no cost, federal identification cards to individuals in the United States. These IDs are designed to satisfy identification requirements to the same extent and for the same purposes as any state-issued driver's license or identification card. Each ID will include the individual's full name, date of birth, gender (with male, female, and X options), a photograph, a unique identification number, and issue and expiration dates, and will feature security measures against fraud. The IDs will generally be valid for a 10-year period, with special provisions for individuals under 18 (valid until age 18) and those who turn 65 or older during the validity period (ID remains valid indefinitely upon expiration). A Task Force on Federal Identification Cards , comprising representatives from various federal agencies, will be established to determine the specific requirements for producing and distributing these IDs. The Task Force will also develop recommendations for nonprofits to assist vulnerable populations in obtaining these identifications and ensure procedures to prevent unauthorized disclosure of personal information. Individuals aged 14 or older can apply for the ID, and the United States Postal Service will develop a process for applications and renewals, including in-person services, online submissions, and mail options, similar to passport applications. The Social Security Administration will also launch a public education campaign to inform individuals about how to obtain and use the new identification. Appropriations are authorized to carry out the provisions of this Act.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-8821
IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4852
IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act
Feb 21, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-8821
    IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4852
    IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act


  • February 21, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 21, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act

USA119th CongressHR-1457| House 
| Updated: 2/21/2025
This legislation, titled the "IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act," requires the Commissioner of the Social Security Administration to produce and make available, at no cost, federal identification cards to individuals in the United States. These IDs are designed to satisfy identification requirements to the same extent and for the same purposes as any state-issued driver's license or identification card. Each ID will include the individual's full name, date of birth, gender (with male, female, and X options), a photograph, a unique identification number, and issue and expiration dates, and will feature security measures against fraud. The IDs will generally be valid for a 10-year period, with special provisions for individuals under 18 (valid until age 18) and those who turn 65 or older during the validity period (ID remains valid indefinitely upon expiration). A Task Force on Federal Identification Cards , comprising representatives from various federal agencies, will be established to determine the specific requirements for producing and distributing these IDs. The Task Force will also develop recommendations for nonprofits to assist vulnerable populations in obtaining these identifications and ensure procedures to prevent unauthorized disclosure of personal information. Individuals aged 14 or older can apply for the ID, and the United States Postal Service will develop a process for applications and renewals, including in-person services, online submissions, and mail options, similar to passport applications. The Social Security Administration will also launch a public education campaign to inform individuals about how to obtain and use the new identification. Appropriations are authorized to carry out the provisions of this Act.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-8821
IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4852
IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act
Feb 21, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 21, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-8821
    IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4852
    IDs for an Inclusive Democracy Act


  • February 21, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 21, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Sean Casten

Sean Casten

Democratic Representative

Illinois

Cosponsors (9)
Robin L. Kelly (Democratic)Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Shri Thanedar (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Mark Takano (Democratic)Bonnie Watson Coleman (Democratic)Mary Gay Scanlon (Democratic)Summer L. Lee (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Social Welfare

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advisory bodiesGovernment information and archivesLicensing and registrationsPostal serviceRight of privacy