FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Kentuckians would be required to show a government-issued photo ID in order to vote under a Republican-backed measure that cleared the state House on Tuesday.

Supporters said the bill would provide greater security for elections. Democratic opponents countered that voter impersonation — which the measure is aimed at — isn't a problem. They said the photo ID requirement would suppress turnout among minorities, the elderly and disabled voters.

“This bill is aimed at an imaginary problem, at confusing people and winning elections at all costs, even if it means suppressing the voter turnout," Democratic Rep. Angie Hatton said.

The bill won House passage on a 62-35 vote It returns to the Senate, which will consider whether to accept changes made by the House. The Senate previously passed it 29-9.

Opponents object to having the bill take effect in time for this year's November election. They called it a rushed timetable that would cause confusion among some voters and election workers.

Republican Rep. James Tipton predicted election officials will have plenty of time to prepare.

“My support for Senate Bill 2 is not about an attempt to suppress somebody's vote," Tipton said. “I want everybody to vote. But I want every vote to be secure. I want every vote to be accurate."

The bill's supporters include Kentucky's new secretary of state, Republican Michael Adams.