The U.S. Senate narrowly advanced the SAVE America Act to the next stage in consideration. The House-passed bill seeks to require proof of citizenship and photo identification for voters to cast ballots in federal elections. The legislation also seeks to restrict mail-in ballots to specific circumstances.
Senator Tim Sheehy of Montana stated, “We are 100 percent about securing our elections, and we absolutely believe in most of the SAVE Act, but the reality is in a state like Montana, like Alaska, like other rural states, most of our people vote by mail. And they like it, and they trust it. We’re working as we speak on language to make sure we clarify it.”
Senate Majority Leader John Thune of South Dakota stated, “If you look at the substance of the policy, this is about safe and secure elections in this country and making sure we have an election process that is actually the right people— not just the illegals who are in this country — have an opportunity to vote.”
Senator Patty Murray expressed opposition, saying, “Just consider all the people who will face new challenges just to vote… If you are a student who just moved to start college, [this bill] will make it harder for you to vote because if this bill passes, you will need to show a photo ID and proof of citizenship in every single state, but a student ID won’t count. Many tribal IDs also won’t be enough under the new… restrictions.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For wisdom for members of the Senate as they debate the SAVE American Act.
- For Majority Leader Thune and Minority Leader Schumer as they head their respective parties.
Sources: The Hill, PJ Media, The Epoch Times
