Daily News Article - September 21, 2006
1. a) What is the name of H.R. 4844?
b) Why is the bill known as H.R. 4844? (If you're not sure, go to Ben's Guide "How Laws Are Made" for the answer.)
2. a) What would H.R. 4844 require voters to do?
b) Why have Republicans in Congress introduced this bill?
3. For what reasons are Democrats in Congress against this bill?
4. a) Define disenfranchise.
b) Who does Democrat Rep. Nancy Pelosi say will be disenfranchised by this bill?
c) Will requiring voters to show valid ID disenfranchise those about whom Rep. Pelosi is concerned? Explain your answer.
5. Should the government require all voters to show proof of identity when voting? Explain your answer.