1. United States
2. Mich.
3. Letter

This bill would create significant barriers to voter registration and disenfranchise many eligible American citizens from exercising their constitutional right to vote. Requiring documentary proof of citizenship places an undue burden, especially on marginalized communities who may lack ready access to certain documents. This requirement risks discouraging voter participation and undermining principles of democratic representation. While ensuring election integrity is important, this legislation goes too far and could inadvertently deprive millions of U.S. citizens of their fundamental voting rights. I urge you to oppose this bill and instead pursue measures that safeguard voting access for all eligible Americans. A: I have carefully reviewed the proposed SAVE Act (H.R. 22) and must voice my strong opposition to this legislation. Imposing strict documentary proof of citizenship requirements for voter registration would create unnecessary barriers that disenfranchise many eligible U.S. citizens from participating in federal elections. This bill risks depressing voter turnout, particularly among underserved communities who may face challenges obtaining certain documents. While electoral integrity is crucial, erecting new hurdles to the ballot box undermines core democratic principles and citizens' constitutional rights. I urge you to reject this bill and instead focus efforts on ensuring broad access to voting for all eligible Americans.