House Passes Elections Bill Requiring Proof of Citizenship, Voter ID

Backed by the Trump administration and led by Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), the SAVE America Act could face headwinds in the Senate.

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol in Washington on Feb. 11, 2026. Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images

WASHINGTON—The SAVE America Act passed the House on Feb. 11.

Led by Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas), the legislation would require Americans to prove their citizenship when registering to vote. Under the bill, Americans would also have to furnish photo identification when casting ballots, including mail-in ballots.