What does Preamble of HR 7296 do?

This bill amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 Requires proof of United States citizenship to register to vote in Federal office elections Introduced in the House of Representatives Referred to the Committee on House Administration

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7296 do?

This Act establishes two possible short titles. The Act can be referred to as the 'Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act'.

What does ENSURING ONLY CITIZENS ARE REGISTERED TO VOTE IN ELECTIONS FOR of HR 7296 do?

This section amends the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 to define 'documentary proof of United States citizenship' for voter registration in elections for Federal office. It requires states to accept and process voter registration applications only if the applicant presents documentary proof of U.S. citizenship. The definition of documentary proof includes forms of identification issued under the REAL ID Act, passports, military identification with service records, government-issued photo IDs, and various birth/citizenship documents. States using motor vehicle driver's license applications for voter registration must also require documentary proof of citizenship. The Election Assistance Commission is tasked with providing guidance on implementing these requirements. Criminal penalties are established for providing material assistance to non-citizens attempting to register or vote, and for registering someone who fails to provide proof of citizenship.

What does PHOTO VOTER IDENTIFICATION REQUIRED FOR VOTING IN A FEDERAL of HR 7296 do?

This section requires individuals voting in federal elections to present an eligible photo identification document. For in-person voting, the document must be tangible and presented at the time of voting. For absentee voting, a copy of the eligible photo identification document must be included with the ballot request and submission. An eligible photo identification document must be issued by a specified authority and contain a photograph, indication of U.S. citizenship, and either an identification number or the last four digits of a Social Security number. States using the SAVE system may have exceptions to the citizenship requirement if they meet specific verification criteria. States that do not require voter registration may establish alternative systems for confirming citizenship. Section 303(b) of the Help America Vote Act of 2002 is amended. The requirements of this section are effective for all elections for Federal office occurring on and after the date of enactment.

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HR. 7296 — SAVE America Act

SAVE America Act

Updated: 1/30/2026

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates that individuals registering to vote in federal elections must provide documentary proof of United States citizenship.
It requires voters in federal elections to present an eligible photo identification document, whether voting in person or absentee.
The bill establishes criminal penalties for assisting non-citizens in registering or voting and for knowingly accepting voter registrations without proof of citizenship.

119th Congressin committeeS. 3752(In Committee)Official page

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