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Madison Today
By the People, for the People
Madison County Clerk Calls for Voter ID Requirement
Andreas urges Illinois Senators to support the SAVE Act to strengthen election integrity
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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Madison County Clerk Debra Andreas is calling on U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth to support the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and presentation of an ID to cast a ballot. Andreas says this is a non-partisan issue about election security and administration, and that polls show most Americans support voter ID requirements.
Why it matters
Election integrity has been a key focus for Andreas, who has taken steps to ensure accurate voter rolls and address concerns about voter eligibility. The SAVE Act is seen as a way to provide clear ID rules and better verification tools to reduce uncertainty and errors in the voting process.
The details
In letters to Senators Durbin and Duckworth, Andreas argued the SAVE Act includes "common-sense tools" for election integrity. She stated that requiring identification for voting is no more burdensome than for other everyday transactions, and that it is a "safeguard" rather than a "barrier." Andreas also highlighted her office's recent initiative to promptly remove deceased residents from voter rolls in collaboration with the county coroner.
- On February 10, 2026, Andreas wrote letters to Senators Durbin and Duckworth urging them to support the SAVE Act.
- In November 2025, Andreas announced an initiative to ensure accurate voter registration records by working with the county coroner.
The players
Debra Andreas
The Madison County Clerk who is calling for the U.S. Senators representing Illinois to support the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and presentation of an ID to cast a ballot.
Dick Durbin
A U.S. Senator representing Illinois who Andreas is urging to support the SAVE Act.
Tammy Duckworth
A U.S. Senator representing Illinois who Andreas is urging to support the SAVE Act.
Nick Novacich
The Madison County Coroner who collaborated with the Clerk's Office on an initiative to promptly remove deceased residents from voter rolls.
What they’re saying
“This is not a partisan political issue—it is basic election security and sound administration.”
— Debra Andreas, Madison County Clerk
“Voter ID is not a barrier—it is a safeguard. We require identification for routine transactions like banking and travel. Casting a ballot—one of the most important civic acts—should meet at least that same standard.”
— Debra Andreas, Madison County Clerk
What’s next
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