Election law has changed in Wisconsin.

• For a summary of what has changed and what has not, click here.
• For information about Voter Photo ID from the Government Accountability Board, click here. 
• For information about how to obtain a voting ID, click here. Note that you must specifically ask for a free ID for voting if you wish to obtain one without charge.
• Need more information? Contact your local municipal clerk or the Government Accountability Board.

The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin Education Network is challenging Wisconsin's new Voter ID law based on the state constitution. As a nonpartisan organization that encourages participation in government, the League is concerned about the many citizens who will be disenfranchised by the new law. The League is working with Attorneys Lester Pines and Susan Crawford of Cullen Weston Pines & Bach,LLP,  to challenge the legislature's authority to enact the law. More information about the constitutional challenge.

To support the lawsuit with a secure online donation, click here. Or download a printable contribution form and mail it in with your gift.  Consider becoming a monthly donor. We can't say how long this lawsuit will take, but steady, monthly support will help sustain the effort.

If you would like more information, a staff or board member would be happy to discuss the lawsuit in person or by phone. For more information, call Andrea Kaminski at (608) 256-0827.

The LWVWI Education Network is a nonprofit organization that is tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS tax code, and contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Ways to support the League's Voter ID Lawsuit.

Sign up on our 2012 Election Observer Volunteer Form!
Voters in Wisconsin now have to show a valid government-issued ID to get a ballot and have it counted. The LWV-WI is concerned that the law may not be implemented evenly across the state and could be used to disenfranchise voters. We are looking for volunteers to be our eyes and ears to report on what happens in the April 3 election.

Anyone can volunteer who--

• Can spend 6 to 7 hours (or all 13 hours) at a polling place
• Is willing to participate in a 2 hour training session—a webinar—prior to the election
• Agrees to mail in a report following the election
• Preferably have a cell phone
• You don't need to be a League member to volunteer

League of Women Voters will provide--

1. Nonpartisan materials that let you know your role, what to look for, what to do if there are problems at the polls
2. On-line training
3. A number to call on election day to report problems

How to volunteer
Sign up on our 2012 Election Observer Volunteer Form. We will get back to you about where you are needed and times for online training.

Tell your friends about this opportunity. We will need many volunteers in 2012!