The SAVE Act, introduced by Rep. Chip Roy, mandates voters to present documentary proof of citizenship when registering. While aimed at preventing noncitizen voting, it poses risks to disenfranchising over 21 million U.S. citizens who may lack such documentation. Advocates argue that the measure could interfere with democratic participation, whereas Roy dismisses these concerns. Historical context reveals that claims of widespread illegal voting are unfounded, with minimal incidents reported in past elections. The bill was introduced in May 2024 and aims to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993, accentuating the ongoing debate over voter access and security.
The SAVE Act requires documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration, but could disenfranchise many U.S. citizens lacking such documentation.
Voting rights groups warn the bill may disenfranchise 21.3 million voting-age citizens without proof of citizenship.
Rep. Chip Roy defends the bill, calling voter concerns 'absurd armchair speculation' and emphasizing the bill’s multiple pathways to prove citizenship.
The legislation aims to amend the NVRA and has been a point of contention since it was first introduced in May 2024.
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