U.S. Senate · March 17, 2026
Roll call 57 · 119th Congress, session 2
S. 1383 — Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025
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
The Senate said yes
Needed a simple majority — more than half of those voting.
What was being voted on
119-S-1383 — Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025
This bill 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.
