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House Passes Controversial Voting ID Bill, Senate Vote Next

3/7/2026

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The SAVE America Act passed the U.S. House on February 11, 2026 and awaits a Senate vote, proposing proof of citizenship and photo ID for voters.
It would affect mail-in voting and voter registration.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) says the measure would disproportionately affect low-income people.
El Paso County Clerk Steve Schleiker (Colorado) says Colorado would require state legislative approval as it relies on mail-in ballots.

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Story summary

The SAVE America Act passed the U.S. House on February 11, 2026 and awaits a Senate vote, proposing proof of citizenship and photo ID for voters.
It would affect mail-in voting and voter registration.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) says the measure would disproportionately affect low-income people.
El Paso County Clerk Steve Schleiker (Colorado) says Colorado would require state legislative approval as it relies on mail-in ballots.