SAVE America Act

Verification of Citizenship: The bill requires applicants to present documentary proof of United States citizenship, such as a valid U.S. passport or a certified birth certificate, to ensure only citizens are registered to vote (Section 2(a)).

Accommodations for Disabilities: The law requires that reasonable accommodations be made for individuals with disabilities when they need to present documentary proof of citizenship to election officials (Section 2(e)(3)).

Standardized Process for Proof: It establishes a specific process for applicants who cannot provide standard documentary proof, allowing them to submit other evidence and an attestation under penalty of perjury for official determination (Section 2(j)(2)(A)(i)).

Timely Information Sharing: The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to promptly notify chief election officials once an individual has become a naturalized citizen (Section 2(n)).

New Identification Requirements for Voting: Individuals voting in Federal elections must present an eligible photo identification document that is tangible (not digital) at the time of voting (Section 3(b)(1)).

Additional Burdens for Absentee Voters: People voting by absentee ballot are required to include a copy of an eligible photo identification document both with their request and with the submission of the ballot (Section 3(b)(2)).

Specific Documentation Standards: To be considered an "eligible photo identification document," the ID must contain a photograph and an indication on the front that the individual is a United States citizen (Section 3(c)(3)(B)).

Increased Documentation for Registration: For those using mail-in registration, the law requires that they present documentary proof of citizenship in person to an election official by a specific deadline (Section 2(e)(1)(A)).