Can I collect passport numbers from participants in Arkansas? What are the requirements?

Based on the additional context provided, it is still not clear whether collecting passport numbers from participants in Arkansas is allowed or not. However, the following information may be relevant to your query:

Voter Registration Requirements

According to ARAR 116.00.4-7.0 and ARAR 116.00.4-5.0, the County Clerk in Arkansas requires certain documents to issue a Verification of Voter Registration Card, including a photo or non-photo identity document which includes both the applicant’s full legal name and date of birth, and documentation showing the applicant’s name and residential address. The County Clerk must verify that the legal name, date of birth, and residential address on the documents provided match the name, date of birth, and address on the voter registration record. It is not clear whether a passport number would be considered an acceptable form of identification for voter registration purposes.

Absentee Voting Requirements

According to ARAR 116.00.4-17.0 and ARAR 108.00.8-806, when voting by absentee ballot in Arkansas, a voter must submit with the voter statement a copy of a Verification of Voter Registration, unless the voter is exempted. A copy of a Verification of Registration Card issued pursuant to Act 633 of 2017 and these Rules can be submitted by an absentee voter to meet the verification of registration requirement. It is not clear whether a passport number would be considered an acceptable form of identification for absentee voting purposes.

Based on the above information, it is recommended that you consult with a legal expert or the relevant authorities in Arkansas to determine the legality of collecting passport numbers.

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