Bill · H.R. 9141· House(119-HR-9141)
SAVE America Through REAL ID Act
- Introduced
- 6/4/2026
- Last activity
- 6/4/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- Sponsored by
- Julie Fedorchak
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
H.R. 9141 establishes a grant program to help States provide federal-standard identification cards at no cost to low-income individuals. The Secretary of Homeland Security will run the program and award funds to States based on their low-income population and need. States can use the grant money to waive fees, cover administrative costs, run public awareness campaigns, provide mobile services in underserved areas, and help applicants get supporting documents. Participating States must submit annual reports detailing the cards issued, outreach activities, and fund expenditures. The bill authorizes $50,000,000 in appropriations for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
Yes· 3 of 22
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+8
Directly eliminates fees and administrative hurdles for low-income individuals to get REAL IDs.
Does this protect the right to vote?+5
Ensures low-income individuals have access to identification documents that meet Federal election standards.
Does this make casting a ballot easier in practice?+5
Assists eligible individuals in obtaining valid ID required for voting participation.
The opposite
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1
The bill authorizes $50,000,000 in appropriations for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2031.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 4(a) allows low-income individuals to receive REAL ID-compliant identification cards at no cost, which removes financial barriers for people who need these documents.
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Section 4(b)(1) and Section 4(b)(2) help individuals by allowing States to waive application and issuance fees while covering the administrative costs associated with processing applications.
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Section 4(b)(4) provides mobile or remote services to obtain REAL IDs in underserved areas, making it easier for people in those locations to access identification cards.
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Section 4(b)(5) assists applicants in obtaining required supporting documentation, which helps people gather the paperwork they need to successfully get an ID.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
Based on the provided text, there are no explicitly stated negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+8Good For Seniors+4Good For African Americans+3Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Rural Residents+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For Immigrants+2Good For People With Disabilities+2Good For Students+2Good For Urban Residents+2Good For Veterans+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Voting Access+5Improves Voting Rights+5Improves Poverty Reduction+3Improves Racial Equity+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Electoral Process+4Improves Government Transparency+2Increase States Rights+2Increases Federal Power+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+2
- Economy And Finance
- Reduces Government Spending-1
- 6/4/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Laurel LeeRepublican · Florida