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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed H.R. 22, known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The legislation aims to fortify existing legal provisions to ensure only American citizens can participate in U.S. elections.

Following the vote, Congressman Rick W. Allen from Georgia's 12th District, who is an original cosponsor of the SAVE Act, stated, "During the Biden-Harris Administration, millions of illegal immigrants entered our country and many states continue to find non-citizens on their voter rolls. This is unacceptable to the highest degree. The SAVE Act ensures only American citizens decide American elections by requiring in-person proof of U.S. citizenship when individuals register to vote in federal elections. It is beyond disappointing to see 208 House Democrats oppose legislation to secure our elections and protect Americans' constitutional right to vote. House Republicans will continue to work with President Trump to deliver the America First agenda."

The SAVE Act introduces several measures, including a requirement for states to verify proof of citizenship from individuals upon registration for voting in federal elections. It also mandates the removal of non-citizens from existing voter rolls, providing states with the necessary tools to achieve this task. Additionally, the act requires states to make reasonable accommodations for disabled Americans and for applicants with documentation discrepancies due to name changes.

Previously, the legislation passed the House with a bipartisan vote of 221 to 198 in the 118th Congress but was subsequently blocked by Senate Democrats.