Overview

• The SAVE Act, which mandates in-person registration with proof of U.S. citizenship, passed the House on April 10, 2025, but now faces a Senate filibuster with Democrats pledging to block it.
• Critics highlight that up to 69 million married women may face challenges registering due to name mismatches between birth certificates and current IDs.
• Supporters, including Rep. Chip Roy, argue that most affected individuals already have updated documentation or can use state-directed processes to address discrepancies.
• Real-world implementation issues have emerged in New Hampshire, where a similar law led to some residents being unable to register due to documentation mismatches.
• Uncertainty persists over how many women hold passports, which could resolve the mismatch issue, as State Department data lacks clarity on gender and accurate counts.