Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate, who won re-election this month says he’ll be taking a closer look at Iowa’s nominating petition process for people who are seeking to have their name placed on the ballot.
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The issue gained attention in the spring when former Cedar Rapids Mayor Ron Corbett fell eight signatures short of what he needed on his nominating petitions to have his name on the Republican Primary ballot for governor. While NO requests for recounts were submitted in statewide races in the November 6 election, Pate suggests a review of Iowa’s recount process is needed.
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A bill signed into law by former Governor Terry Branstad requires Iowans to show an ID before they vote. Beginning in 2019, voters without the necessary ID will be offered a provisional ballot and can provide identification up until the Monday after election day for Primary and General Elections.
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