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H.R. 7296 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026

SAVE America Act

H.R. 7296 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jan 30, 2026, sponsored by Chip Roy with 111 co-sponsors.

During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Jan 30, 2026
Co-sponsors
111
Policy area
Government Operations and Politics

What it does

Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act or the SAVE America Act This bill requires individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote, and requires photo identification to vote, in federal elections. Specifically, the bill prohibits states from accepting and processing an application to register to vote in a federal election unless the applicant presents documentary proof of U.S.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Chip Roy (R-TX). Co-sponsors: 111 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedJan 30, 2026
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. (Jan 30, 2026)

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Committees

  • Committee on House Administration

More

From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 7296 (119th Congress): SAVE America Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/119-hr-7296/save-america-act (accessed 2026-10-14).

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