Rules Committee · Feb 11, 2026
H.Amdt. 163: Its purpose is not yet published.
Adopted
With no one objecting, no names recorded
Rick Scott (R-FL)
Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025
S. 1383 · Senate bill Government Operations and Politics
A Republican bill with 4 Democratic cosponsors · See all 7 cosponsors
Last activity — Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)
Passed both chambers, not yet sent to the President
Both the House and the Senate have passed it, though not necessarily the same text.
If the two chambers passed identical wording, the final copy is being prepared for the President. If they did not, one chamber must accept the other's version or the two negotiate a single one — nothing goes to the President until the text is identical.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- Passed Senate unanimous consent
- Passed House 218–213
The Senate by unanimous consent (no one objected, so there was no vote): no senator's position on it was recorded.
What this bill would do
The "SAVE America Act" establishes strict requirements for voter registration and casting ballots in federal elections. It mandates that all individuals must provide documentary proof of United States citizenship when registering to vote. The bill also requires voters to present a valid physical photo identification when voting in person. For those voting by mail, the law requires a copy of a valid photo identification or specific documentation. Additionally, it outlines processes for handling name discrepancies and provides ways for individuals to use provisional ballots.
Yes
- Scored +2
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The bill includes a provision requiring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to present proof of citizenship.
- Scored +2
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?
The bill requires states to verify citizenship through the SAVE system to ensure voter rolls are accurate.
- Scored +1
Would white Americans be better off under this?
The bill's emphasis on citizenship verification may align with the preferences of some white voters regarding election integrity.
The opposite· 3 of 8
- Scored -5
Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice?
Mandating physical photo IDs for in-person voting and copies of IDs for mail-in voting increases the difficulty of casting a ballot.
- Scored -4
Does this protect the right to vote?
The bill implements strict documentary proof of citizenship and photo ID requirements that create new hurdles for many voters.
- Scored -3
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
The requirement to provide documentary proof of citizenship or photo ID may pose an economic burden on low-income individuals.
What Congress actually voted on
6 recorded votes have been taken on this bill. 2 of them decided something; the rest moved it along.
- The House: the vote on whether to pass the bill This is the real decision in this chamber. Passing here sends the bill to the other chamber, which must pass it too before it can go to the President. Passed 218 yes · 213 no
02/11/2026 · Roll call 69 · recorded as “On Passage”
- The Senate: a vote to end debate and allow a final vote In the Senate, debate can continue indefinitely unless 60 senators vote to end it. This vote is that attempt. It decides whether the Senate may vote on the thing at all — not whether the thing passes. A failed cloture vote usually ends the matter without anyone ever voting on its merits. Blocked 41 yes · 49 no
03/21/2026 · Roll call 61 · recorded as “On the Cloture Motion S. 1383”
- The House: a vote to send the measure to a committee instead of deciding it now Usually an attempt by the side that expects to lose to change the measure or delay it. If it fails, the measure stays on the floor and the chamber goes on to decide it. Motion to commit rejected 214 yes · 217 no
02/11/2026 · Roll call 68 · recorded as “On Motion to Commit”
- The Senate: a vote on whether to start debating something This decides only whether the chamber takes the measure up at all. Nothing about the measure itself has been decided when it passes. Motion to Proceed Agreed to 51 yes · 48 no
03/17/2026 · Roll call 57 · recorded as “On the Motion to Proceed S. 1383”
- The Senate: a vote to kill something without debating it Setting a measure aside permanently. A successful motion to table ends the matter, so a vote for tabling is a vote against whatever was tabled. Motion to Table Agreed to 53 yes · 47 no
03/24/2026 · Roll call 67 · recorded as “On the Motion to Table S. 1383”
- The Senate: a vote to kill something without debating it Setting a measure aside permanently. A successful motion to table ends the matter, so a vote for tabling is a vote against whatever was tabled. Motion to Table Agreed to 53 yes · 47 no
03/24/2026 · Roll call 68 · recorded as “On the Motion to Table S. 1383”
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Verifying Citizenship during Registration: The bill requires applicants to provide documentary proof of citizenship, such as a U.S. passport or a birth certificate, to ensure only citizens are registered (Section 2(a)).
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Provisions for Name Discrepancies: To help people whose documentation might not match their current name, the bill allows for a process involving additional documentation or an affidavit to establish a previous name (Section 2(b)(j)(2)).
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Access to Identity Copying: To assist people who need to provide copies of their identification, the bill directs State or local governments to provide public access to digital imaging devices like printers and scanners at no cost (Section 3(b)).
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Options for Those Without Photo ID: For voters who cannot provide a photo ID, the bill allows for the use of a provisional ballot or, in the case of mail-in voting, the use of the last four digits of a Social Security number accompanied by an affidavit (Section 3(a)).
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Reasonable Accommodations: The bill requires that reasonable accommodations be made for individuals with disabilities to present their documentary proof of citizenship (Section 2(e)(3)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Increased Burden for Registration: Applicants must now present specific documentary proof of United States citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, to have their registration processed (Section 2(b)).
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New Requirements for In-Person Voting: Individuals voting in person must now present a valid physical photo identification to an election official to receive a ballot (Section 3(a)(1)(A)).
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New Requirements for Mail-In Voting: Those voting by mail must now submit a copy of a valid photo identification along with their ballot (Section 3(a)(2)(A)(i)).
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Strict Timelines for Provisional Ballots: If an individual casts a provisional ballot because they lacked identification, they must present that identification within three days for the ballot to be considered (Section 3(a)(1)(B)(i)).
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Potential for Removal from Voter Rolls: The bill requires states to compare registration lists with the Department of Homeland Security's SAVE system to identify and remove individuals who are not citizens (Section 2(j)(4)(B)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The bill includes a provision requiring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to present proof of citizenship. Would white Americans be better off under this? — The bill's emphasis on citizenship verification may align with the preferences of some white voters regarding election integrity. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The requirement to provide documentary proof of citizenship or photo ID may pose an economic burden on low-income individuals. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The new identification and citizenship proof requirements could disproportionately affect minority voter participation. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — New documentation requirements for voter registration may create barriers for Asian American voters. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The strict documentation requirements may create additional barriers for Hispanic communities participating in elections. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The increased documentation requirements may present practical challenges for urban voters. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — The new documentation requirements add administrative steps to the registration and voting process.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice? — Mandating physical photo IDs for in-person voting and copies of IDs for mail-in voting increases the difficulty of casting a ballot. Does this protect the right to vote? — The bill implements strict documentary proof of citizenship and photo ID requirements that create new hurdles for many voters.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The bill requires states to verify citizenship through the SAVE system to ensure voter rolls are accurate.
The changes one chamber made to the other chamber’s version, as it passed them
Eric Schmitt (R-MO)· Mar 26, 2026
S.Amdt. 4420: In the nature of a substitute.
Not adopted
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)
Tommy Tuberville (R-AL)· Mar 24, 2026
S.Amdt. 4421: To protect women and girls in athletics.
Withdrawn
Proposed amendment SA 4421 withdrawn in Senate.
John Thune (R-SD)· Mar 24, 2026
S.Amdt. 4422: To improve the bill.
Withdrawn
SA 4422 (the instructions of the motion to refer) fell when the motion to refer to Senate Committee on Rules and Administration the House message to accompany S. 1383 with instructions to report…
John Thune (R-SD)· Mar 24, 2026
S.Amdt. 4423: To improve the bill.
Withdrawn
SA 4423 fell when SA 4422 (the instructions of the motion to refer) fell.
John Thune (R-SD)· Mar 24, 2026
S.Amdt. 4424: To improve the bill.
Withdrawn
SA 4424 fell when SA 4423 fell.
Jon Husted (R-OH)· Mar 26, 2026
S.Amdt. 4732: To require voters to provide photo identification.
Not adopted
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John Thune (R-SD)· Mar 26, 2026
S.Amdt. 4772: To improve the bill.
Not adopted
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)
John Thune (R-SD)· Mar 26, 2026
S.Amdt. 4773: To improve the bill.
Not adopted
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)
John Thune (R-SD)· Mar 26, 2026
S.Amdt. 4774: To improve the bill.
Not adopted
Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)
- 3/26/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)
- 3/25/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1589)
- 3/24/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1561)
- Motion to table the motion to suspend the operation of Rule XXV paragraph (n)(1) to permit the committee on Rules and Administration to consider the pending motion with respect to the House message to accompany S. 1383 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 47. Record Vote Number: 67.
- Motion to table motion to refer to Senate Committee on Rules and Administration the House message to accompany S. 1383 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 4422) agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 47. Record Vote Number: 68.
- Motion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Rules and Administration the House message to accompany S. 1383 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 4772) made in Senate. (CR S1569-1570)
- 3/22/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1495)
- 3/21/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1461)
- Cloture on the motion to suspend the operation of Rule XXV, paragraph (n)(1) to permit the committee on Rules and Administration to consider the pending motion with respect to the House message to accompany S. 1383 not invoked in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 41 - 49. Record Vote Number: 61. (CR S1466)
- 3/20/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1419)
- 3/19/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1314)
- Motion by Senator Schumer to suspend the operation of Rule XXV paragraph (n)(1) to permit the committee on Rules and Administration to consider the pending motion with respect to the House message to accompany S. 1383 made in Senate.
- Cloture motion on the motion to suspend the operation of Rule XXV, paragraph (n)(1) to permit the committee on Rules and Administration to consider the pending motion with respect to the House message to accompany S. 1383 presented in Senate. (CR S1348)
- 3/18/2026
- Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1159)
- 3/17/2026
- Motion to proceed to consideration of the House message to accompany S. 1383 agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 51 - 48. Record Vote Number: 57.
- Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S1066-1088)
- Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1383 made in Senate. (CR S1067)
- Motion by Senator Thune to concur in the House amendment to S. 1383 with an amendment (SA 4420) made in Senate. (CR S1067)
- Motion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Rules and Administration the House message to accompany S. 1383 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 4422) made in Senate. (CR S1067)
- 2/12/2026
- Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
- 2/11/2026
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 213 (Roll no. 69).
- On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 213 (Roll no. 69). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2138-2141)
- On motion to commit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 214 - 217 (Roll no. 68).
- Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2171-2172)
- POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on S. 1383, the Chair put the question on the motion to commit and by voice vote, announced the noes had prevailed. Mr. Morelle demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
- The previous question on the motion to commit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
- Mr. Morelle moved to commit to the Committee on House Administration. (text: CR H2149)
- The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S. 1383.
- Rule provides for consideration of S. 1383, H.R. 2189, H.R. 261 and H.R. 3617. The resolution provides for consideration of S. 1383, H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, and H.R. 3617 under a closed rule and provides for one motion to recommit H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, and H.R. 3617, and one motion to commit S. 1383.
- Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1057. (consideration: CR H2138-2149)
- Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1057 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of S. 1383, H.R. 2189, H.R. 261 and H.R. 3617. The resolution provides for consideration of S. 1383, H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, and H.R. 3617 under a closed rule and provides for one motion to recommit H.R. 2189, H.R. 261, and H.R. 3617, and one motion to commit S. 1383.
- 12/19/2025
- Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- Held at the desk.
- Received in the House.
- 12/18/2025
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
- Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8894-8895; text: CR S8894-8895)
- 12/2/2025
- Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Moran with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 276.
- 7/30/2025
- Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/28/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/10/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/21/2025
- Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-86.
- 4/9/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
6 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-HR-8206: Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026
- 119-HR-8595: Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.
- 119-HR-8800: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
- 119-S-4155: A bill to require voters to provide photo identification as a condition of casting a ballot, and for other purposes.
- 119-S-5271: A bill to amend the Help America Vote Act of 2002 to require voters to provide photo identification.
- 119-HRES-1057: Providing for consideration of the bill (S. 1383) to establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 2189) to modernize Federal firearms laws to account for advancements in technology and less-than-lethal weapons, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 261) to amend the National Marine Sanctuaries Act to prohibit requiring an authorization for the installation, continued presence, operation, maintenance, repair, or recovery of undersea fiber optic cables in a national marine sanctuary if such activities have previously been authorized by a Federal or State agency; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3617) to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to secure the supply of critical energy resources, including critical minerals and other materials, and for other purposes; and waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules.
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Kirsten GillibrandDemocrat · New York
Maggie HassanDemocrat · New Hampshire
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Jerry MoranRepublican · Kansas
Ashley MoodyRepublican · Florida
Raphael WarnockDemocrat · Georgia