House passes SAVE ACT in razor-thin vote: Citizenship proof required to vote? Senate showdown soon
House Republicans have passed the SAVE America Act in a narrow 218–213 vote, setting up a major battle in the Senate ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The bill would require Americans to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship — such as a valid passport or certified birth certificate — when registering to vote in federal elections. It would also mandate photo identification at the time of voting nationwide.