House Passes SAVE Act Mandating Proof of Citizenship for Voter Registration

The bill, passed 220-208, faces uncertain prospects in the Senate due to a potential Democratic filibuster and the 60-vote threshold.

The SAVE Act would require individuals to present documentary proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a passport or birth certificate, to register to vote in federal elections.
The legislation also mandates states to remove noncitizens from voter rolls and allows citizens to sue election officials who fail to enforce the requirements.
Critics warn the bill could disenfranchise millions of eligible voters, particularly married women whose legal names differ from their birth certificates, as well as low-income and marginalized groups.
Proponents argue the bill strengthens election security, though data shows noncitizen voting is already illegal and exceedingly rare.
The bill now moves to the Senate, where its passage is uncertain due to Democratic opposition and the need for bipartisan support to meet the 60-vote threshold.