Be aware of these new laws before heading to the polls.
CLEVELAND — Early voting starts Tuesday for Ohio’s May 2 primary and a new law is taking effect that will impact voting at the polls. The law is limiting options for voters.
In the past, the last four digits of your social security number, a utility bill, a bank statement, or a government check were all acceptable forms of alternative identification. Now, you'll need an Ohio driver's license, a passport, or a state ID if you want to vote. However, an estimated 800,000 Ohio voters don't have a photo ID, including those in the state who do not drive.
The requirements are the same for both early in-person voting and on election day, but folks at the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections suggest casting your ballot sooner than later.