What does Preamble of HR 22 do?

This Act amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 Requires proof of United States citizenship to register for Federal office elections

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 22 do?

This bill is formally titled Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act.

What does ENSURING ONLY CITIZENS ARE REGISTERED TO VOTE IN ELECTIONS FOR of HR 22 do?

This section amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to require documentary proof of United States citizenship for voter registration in federal elections. Applicants must provide one of several forms of identification, including a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, passport, or military ID, to register to vote. States must establish processes to verify the citizenship status of applicants and remove non-citizens from voter registration rolls. The Election Assistance Commission will develop a uniform affidavit for use by state and local officials to verify citizenship. Federal agencies will provide information to states to help verify citizenship status.

What does ELECTION ASSISTANCE COMMISSION GUIDANCE. of HR 22 do?

This section requires the Election Assistance Commission to provide guidance to State election officials. The guidance must address the implementation of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. The Commission must adopt and transmit this guidance within 10 days of the Act's enactment.

What does INAPPLICABILITY OF PAPERWORK REDUCTION ACT. of HR 22 do?

The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply to voter registration materials development This exemption includes voter registration application forms under the National Voter Registration Act of 1993

What does DUTY OF SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY TO NOTIFY ELECTION of HR 22 do?

This section establishes a duty for the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify election officials. The notification must be provided promptly upon receiving information that an individual has become a naturalized citizen. The notification is to be sent to the chief election official of the state where the individual is domiciled.

What does RULE OF CONSTRUCTION REGARDING PROVISIONAL BALLOTS. of HR 22 do?

This section provides a rule of construction regarding provisional ballots. It ensures that nothing in the Act affects the ability to cast a provisional ballot in a Federal office election. The ballot can be counted if the individual is verified as a US citizen.

What does RULE OF CONSTRUCTION REGARDING EFFECT ON STATE EXEMPTIONS FROM of HR 22 do?

This section establishes a rule of construction regarding the Act's effect on state exemptions from other federal laws. The Act clarifies that it should not be construed to affect a state's exemption from any federal law, except for the National Voter Registration Act of 1993.

What does EFFECTIVE DATE. of HR 22 do?

This Act takes effect on the date of its enactment. It applies to voter registration applications submitted on or after the enactment date. The Act amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993.

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SAVE Act — HR. 22

Last updated: 4/10/2025 · Introduced: 1/3/2025

Author: Chip Roy (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill requires proof of United States citizenship to register for federal office elections, with applicants providing documentary proof such as a REAL ID-compliant driver's license, passport, or military ID.
States must establish processes to verify the citizenship status of applicants and remove non-citizens from voter registration rolls, with assistance from federal agencies and the Election Assistance Commission.
The bill ensures that nothing affects the ability to cast a provisional ballot in a federal office election, which can be counted if the individual is verified as a US citizen.

119th Congresspassed houseS. 128(In Committee)Official page

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