House Passes SAVE Act 221-198 to Require Proof of Citizenship for Voting on July 10

Jul 10, 2024, 09:33 PM

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the SAVE Act on July 10, 2024, a bill that mandates proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections. The legislation, which aims to prevent non-citizens from voting, passed with a vote of 221-198. Only five House Democrats supported the bill, with 198 voting against it. The SAVE Act was championed by Rep. Chip Roy and supported by House Republicans, who argue that it is essential for maintaining election integrity. The bill's passage highlights a significant partisan divide on the issue of voter eligibility and election security.