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| https://fedorchak.house.gov/media/press-releases/fedorchak-lee-introduce-save-america-through-real-id-act-strengthen-election | Fedorchak, Lee introduce SAVE America Through REAL ID Act to strengthen election integrity and expand voter access | 2026-06-04 | 2026 | 2026-06 | Republican | House | ND | Julie Fedorchak | F000482 | fedorchak.house.gov | fedorchak | https://fedorchak.house.gov/media/press-releases | scraper | “Requiring photo ID to vote helps ensure that only American citizens vote in our elections. This is a commonsense safeguard that nearly 9 out of 10 Americans support,” Fedorchak said. “The SAVE America Through REAL ID Act helps states strengthen election security while helping every eligible American citizen obtain the ID needed to vote. Democrats have spent years spreading misinformation about REAL ID requirements and claiming voter ID laws prevent participation. This legislation directly addresses those concerns by helping low-income Americans obtain REAL ID-compliant identification at no cost. Election integrity and voter participation go hand in hand, and this bill advances both.” “In America, our democracy has depended on free and fair elections. Every eligible American citizen deserves the ability to make their voice heard at the ballot box, and that starts with ensuring they have the identification needed to do so," Lee said. "The SAVE America Through REAL ID Act removes a real barrier for low-income Americans by making REAL ID-compliant identification available at no cost because strengthening election integrity and expanding voter access aren't competing goals, they're the same goal. I'm proud to co-lead this legislation alongside Congresswoman Fedorchak.” REAL ID-compliant identification already meets federal verification standards used for official purposes such as commercial air travel and access to federal facilities. The legislation authorizes $50 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031 to support participating states. The legislation was developed as part of broader Republican efforts to strengthen election security and restore public trust in federal elections. The bill is also structured to have a clear on-budget effect so it can comply with Senate parliamentary procedure and qualify for consideration under the budget reconciliation process. | 1 | 2026-06-27T21:44:12Z | 2026-06-27T22:11:26Z |