Controversial SAVE Act Passes House, Moves to Uncertain Senate Vote

The bill, requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration, narrowly passed the House and faces an uphill battle in the Senate.

The U.S. House of Representatives approved the SAVE Act on April 12, 2025, in a 220-208 vote, with four Democrats breaking ranks to support the Republican-led measure.
The legislation mandates in-person voter registration and proof of citizenship, including documents like passports or birth certificates, to combat non-citizen voting, which is already illegal and rare.
Critics argue the bill could disenfranchise millions, particularly married women and marginalized groups, due to name discrepancies and lack of access to required documents.
Supporters, including some Democratic defectors, claim the bill includes provisions to address name changes and ensures consistent national standards for voter registration.
The SAVE Act now moves to the Senate, where its passage is uncertain as it requires 60 votes to overcome a potential filibuster in the Republican-controlled chamber.