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Marc Elias Loses Lawsuit Against Wyoming’s Proof-of-Citizenship Voting Requirements
WYOMING, JUL 22 – U.S. District Judge Scott Skavdahl ruled the plaintiff lacked legal standing to challenge Wyoming House Bill 156, which requires proof of citizenship and residency for voter registration.
- U.S. District Judge Scott W. Skavdahl dismissed a lawsuit on July 22, 2025, challenging Wyoming's House Bill 156 voting requirements.
- The Equality State Policy Center filed the lawsuit in May 2025, arguing that H.B. 156 imposes an undue burden and is unconstitutionally vague.
- H.B. 156, effective July 1, 2025, requires prospective voters to prove U.S. citizenship and Wyoming residency by providing documents like driver's licenses and passports.
- Judge Skavdahl ruled the plaintiff lacked constitutional standing, noting no specific member proved harm from the law, and dismissed the case without prejudice.
- Secretary of State Chuck Gray hailed the ruling as a victory for Wyoming, emphasizing that the statute is non-discriminatory and aligned with election integrity reforms.
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Marc Elias loses case against Wyoming proof-of-citizenship voting law
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