DMV: Disabled voters who need ride will get it

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Department of Motor Vehicles will have special vehicles to help residents with disabilities who need rides to get their photo IDs to vote under the state’s new law.

Director Kevin Shwedo (SHWAY-doh) said Wednesday he is working with the Budget and Control Board to get vehicles for Sept. 28, when the DMV is setting aside time to transport people who need photo identification cards.

Shwedo says most people calling the toll-free number to arrange a ride are looking for information on what is required to obtain the ID.

A state law under federal review requires voters to present a driver’s license, DMV photo ID, passport, military ID, or a new photo voter registration card that election officials expect to start making next month.