Ohio adds new photo ID requirement for mail voting for 2027 election06/12/2026(Associated Press) - Ohioans will soon need a photo ID to vote by mail, a significant change from previous requirements. Republican lawmakers introduced the new rule on Tuesday and quickly passed it in the House and Senate. The requirement will take effect before the November 2027 election, leaving this year's voting unchanged. The law, known as House Bill 472, is one of two voter ID measures Republicans fast-tracked this month. Democrats argue the changes are unnecessary and rushed, pointing out that voter fraud is rare. The bill now awaits Governor Mike DeWine's signature.