The U.S. Postal Service has proposed a new rule that would block mail ballot deliveries to states that do not share voter data with federal authorities.
The proposal targets states that refuse to provide data such as driver’s license numbers and partial Social Security numbers for mail-in voters.
Democrats and voting-rights groups have challenged the proposed rule as a harmful federal intrusion. They argue it could affect millions of voters who cast their ballots by mail.
Supporters of the rule say it aims to verify voter identity and prevent fraud. They claim it aligns with existing federal election laws.
Opponents counter that the requirement could disenfranchise voters in states that guard voter privacy. They warn it may slow ballot processing and create confusion.
The proposal is part of a broader push to standardize mail voting procedures across the country. It faces an uncertain path amid legal and political challenges.
Public comment on the rule remains open until next month. The Postal Service will review feedback before issuing a final decision.
