House Republicans ramp up pressure on Senate to pass SAVE America Act
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By Sudiksha Kochi
Published on March 16, 2026.
Conservatives in the House are increasing pressure on the Senate to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, a bill that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote in elections and require an ID to cast a ballot. The upper chamber is expected to take up the bill this week, but it is predicted that it will fail due to strong Democratic opposition. Some House Republicans have threatened to block other legislation until the bill becomes law, potentially complicating Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to advance other legislation related to President Trump's agenda. Sen. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) and several House Republicans are urging Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R.-S.D.) to use a "talking filibuster" to delay the bill, but Thune has declined this move.
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