“This bill is a direct threat to American citizens’ fundamental right to vote,” said Lauren Kunis, CEO and Executive Director of VoteRiders. “By imposing harsh and unnecessary documentation requirements, the SAVE America Act would block eligible Americans of every background and political affiliation from participating in elections. It would disenfranchise millions of U.S. citizens who deserve to have their voices heard.
Access to ID and proof-of-citizenship documents is simply not the reality for many Americans. Obtaining costly ID documents is not a simple administrative hurdle. Our research shows that 21.3 million U.S. citizens — nearly one in ten eligible voters — lack easy access to the citizenship documents this bill would require for successful voting. At VoteRiders, we have seen firsthand the damage caused by burdensome ID requirements. Since 2012, we’ve helped tens of thousands of voters navigate these barriers.
Proof‑of‑citizenship mandates like those included in the SAVE America Act would create confusion, overwhelm election systems, and disproportionately harm communities already facing obstacles to the ballot box. Existing safeguards already ensure that only eligible U.S. citizens vote. This bill is a solution to a problem that does not exist. Our democracy is strongest when every eligible voter can participate.
We will not allow these barriers to silence millions. Our organization remains committed to providing free assistance to voters nationwide, ensuring that every eligible American can register and cast a ballot with confidence. We urge the Senate to protect Americans’ freedom to vote by stopping this anti-voter bill in its tracks.”
