What did the 24th Amendment eliminate in U.S. elections?

The 24th Amendment, ratified in 1964, specifically eliminated poll taxes in federal elections. Poll taxes were fees that individuals were required to pay in order to vote, which effectively disenfranchised poorer citizens, particularly African Americans and those in low-income communities, who could not afford to pay the tax. By prohibiting poll taxes, the amendment aimed to remove economic barriers to voting, thereby promoting greater electoral participation and equality among voters.

In contrast, the other options relate to different voting rights issues. Age restrictions for voting are addressed by the 26th Amendment, which lowers the voting age to 18. Voter ID requirements and residency requirements are governed by state laws and were not impacted by the 24th Amendment. The focus of this amendment was solely on addressing the financial barrier posed by poll taxes, reflecting the broader civil rights movement's goal of ensuring equitable access to the electoral process.