Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) spoke on the Senate floor in support of the SAVE America Act, which she is a cosponsor of. The legislation would secure U.S. elections and protect citizens’ votes by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and the use of voter ID at election polls.
Support and advance the SAVE America Act to require proof of citizenship for voter registration and the use of voter ID at election polls.
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Republicans’ SAVE America Act, which would make it more difficult for millions of Americans to vote.
United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) urged his colleagues to pass the Save America Act, legislation that would require proof of citizenship to vote in American elections.
Cornyn, Lee, Roy Introduce the SAVE America Act News Cornyn, Lee, Roy Introduce the SAVE America Act Commonsense Legislation Builds on SAVE Act by Requiring Proof of Citizenship & Photo ID to Vote February 2, 2026 WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) joined Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) in introducing the SAVE America Act, which would require individuals to present proof of citizenship when registering to vote as well as photo identification before voting in a federal election. The legislation would also ensure states appropriately maintain voter rolls by removing non-citizens from existing voter rolls.
The SAVE America Act requires Voter ID to vote in federal elections in addition to the original bill’s proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration. ... By requiring Voter ID and proof-of-citizenship, the SAVE America Act will ensure that our federal elections are decided by U.S. citizens—and U.S. citizens alone.
If one thing is abundantly clear from polling, it’s that there are a lot of Americans out there – of both parties – who find voter ID requirements and proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration to be pretty commonsense policies. ... And I don’t think it’s too burdensome to suggest that we require some of that same documentation for voting, to maintain the security of our elections.
advocating for the SAVE America Act, emphasizing the necessity of proof of citizenship for voter registration and the implementation of voter ID requirements at election polls
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Today, U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) spoke on the Senate floor in support of the SAVE America Act, which she is a cosponsor of. The legislation would secure U.S. elections and protect citizens’ votes by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and the use of voter ID at election polls.
Today, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered a speech on the Senate floor denouncing the Republicans’ SAVE America Act, which would make it more difficult for millions of Americans to vote.
Ahead of a Senate vote, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) are sounding the alarm on the so-called ‘SAVE America Act’ and its far-reaching and harmful consequences for eligible voters.
Today, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) urged his colleagues to pass the Save America Act, legislation that would require proof of citizenship to vote in American elections.
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered remarks on the Senate floor emphasizing that proof of citizenship and voter ID requirements are commonsense measures.
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) joined Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Rep. Chip Roy (TX-21) in introducing the SAVE America Act, which would require individuals to present proof of citizenship when registering to vote as well as photo identification before voting in a federal election.
U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the SAVE America Act with Congressman Chip Roy (R-TX) — an expanded version of their widely supported SAVE Act. The SAVE America Act requires Voter ID to vote in federal elections in addition to the original bill’s proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration.
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) today delivered remarks on the Senate floor criticizing Democrats' opposition to the SAVE America Act, stating their rhetoric is out of touch with Americans.
On March 25, 2026, Senator Deb Fischer delivered a speech on the Senate floor advocating for the SAVE America Act, emphasizing the necessity of proof of citizenship for voter registration and the implementation of voter ID requirements at election polls.
On February 11, 2026, the House of Representatives passed the SAVE America Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration and the use of voter ID at election polls. The bill was then sent to the Senate for consideration.
On January 13, 2026, during House proceedings, it was noted that the SAVE America Act had been passed by the House and was awaiting action in the Senate.
The Congress.gov actions page for H.R.7296 shows the latest action as House referral on 01/30/2026 and the bill status as Introduced, with no later House passage, Senate passage, or enactment listed.
Latest Action: House - 01/30/2026 Referred to the House Committee on House Administration. This bill has the status Introduced.
Senator Deb Fischer spoke on the Senate floor in support of the SAVE America Act, which she is a cosponsor of. The legislation would secure U.S. elections and protect citizens’ votes by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and the use of voter ID at election polls.
Assessments
The promised federal outcome was enactment or advancement into binding law of SAVE America Act requirements for proof of citizenship in voter registration and voter ID at polls. Current Congress.gov records for H.R.7296 show the bill was introduced and referred to the House Administration Committee on January 30, 2026, with status still 'Introduced' and no House passage, Senate passage, presidential action, or enactment. Evidence that Fischer cosponsored and spoke in support of the bill shows a concrete legislative effort, but not delivery. The Congressional Record claims of House passage appear inconsistent with Congress.gov's bill-status record and do not establish enactment. Because Fischer made a serious attempt but the policy outcome has not passed, this is not fulfilled, with an effort badge.
The promised outcome was to support and advance the SAVE America Act requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and voter ID at polls. Fischer did publicly advocate for the bill and was identified as a cosponsor, which qualifies as a serious legislative effort. However, the bill has not delivered the promised policy outcome: Congress.gov lists H.R.7296 as introduced, with latest action on January 30, 2026 referral to the House Committee on House Administration, and no enactment or passage through both chambers. Conflicting evidence claiming House passage is outweighed by the current Congress.gov bill status and actions page.
Senator Deb Fischer supported and advocated for the SAVE America Act by cosponsoring it and speaking in favor of it on the Senate floor. The House passed the Act and sent it to the Senate, but there is no evidence that the Act ultimately passed both chambers or became law. While the candidate made a serious legislative effort in line with the promise, the outcome of requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and voter ID at election polls was not delivered.
Senator Deb Fischer supported and cosponsored the SAVE America Act, advocating for its passage and making public speeches endorsing its provisions, including proof of citizenship for voter registration and voter ID at the polls. However, there is no evidence that this legislation passed or that the requirements became law during the relevant term. The documented evidence shows serious legislative effort but not fulfillment of the promise's substance.
Senator Deb Fischer fulfilled her campaign promise to support and advance the SAVE America Act by cosponsoring the bill and speaking in favor of it on the Senate floor. However, there is no evidence that the legislation passed or that its policies were implemented. The bulk of the evidence points to significant debate and opposition, but not successful enactment. Given Fischer's documented legislative effort, but ultimate failure to achieve the outcome, the outcome is 'never' with an effort badge.