SAVE Act
Last action on Apr 10, 2025
Summary
The SAVE Act proposes a new requirement for federal elections that would mandate individuals to provide physical documentation proving U.S. citizenship when registering to vote. Under this bill, states would be prohibited from processing voter registration applications unless the applicant presents specific documents, such as a passport or a REAL ID-compliant identification that indicates citizenship. The legislation also requires states to create an alternative process for applicants who may lack standard documentation but can provide other evidence of their citizenship status.
If enacted, the bill would require states to actively maintain their voter rolls by identifying and removing noncitizens using various government data sources. It would also establish criminal penalties for election officials who register individuals without the required proof of citizenship. Additionally, the bill would allow private citizens to file lawsuits against election officials who fail to follow these registration requirements, aiming to ensure that only eligible citizens participate in federal elections.
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Lifecycle of the Bill
Received in the Senate.
Apr 10, 2025
Received in the Senate.
Apr 10, 2025
Congress
119th Congress
Introduced
Jan 3, 2025
