Overview

• Republican lawmakers are advocating for the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections.
• Instances of noncitizens voting have been documented, but experts and studies suggest such cases are rare and often overstated.
• Recent court rulings, including a Supreme Court decision, have allowed states to demand proof of citizenship for voter registration.
• Critics argue that the focus on noncitizen voting is a political maneuver aimed at undermining confidence in election integrity.
• Efforts to remove noncitizens from voter rolls have been undertaken in several states, including Texas and Virginia, with varying results.