SAVE Act: proof-of-citizenship required for federal voter registration, passed House
Pending8/10
Federal · SAVE Act, H.R. 22 (119th Congress) · 2025
Impact 8/10
Would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship (passport, birth certificate, REAL ID) to register to vote in federal elections. Passed the House in 2025. Critics say 21 million Americans lack ready access to such documents; supporters argue it prevents non-citizen voting (which is already illegal and rare). Senate passage uncertain.
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