1. United States
2. Fla.
3. Letter

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote, posing significant barriers for many eligible voters. While the Act allows for additional documentation in case of discrepancies, research shows up to 34% of voting-age women do not have documents proving citizenship with their current legal name, often due to name changes after marriage. Over 9% of Americans lack readily available citizenship documents. Implementing the SAVE Act without proper funding could lead to processing delays and disenfranchisement. This Act perpetuates the disturbing history of voter suppression tactics disproportionately impacting women, minorities, and other vulnerable groups. We must safeguard the fundamental right to vote and ensure the electoral process remains accessible to all eligible citizens. I urge you to reject the SAVE Act and any legislation that erects unnecessary barriers to exercising this sacred democratic right. Protect the voices of American citizens, not silence them through restrictive voting policies rooted in disinformation about voter fraud. Our nation's commitment to equality and representation depends on your decision.