What documents would you need to vote if SAVE Act passes?

(NEXSTAR) – Congress is still working to pass legislation supported by President Trump that could impact the voting process.

The House has passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act (or SAVE Act or SAVE America Act), and it has remained in the Senate ever since.

Senate Democrats defeated an amendment last week that would have required voters to show a photo ID when voting in person or by mail, a core piece of the SAVE Act that most states already adhere to.

The SAVE Act would additionally require Americans to prove they are citizens when they register to vote. Federal law already requires that voters in national elections be U.S. citizens, but there’s no requirement to provide documentary proof.

Republicans, including President Trump, say the legislation is needed to prevent voter fraud, but Democrats warn it will disenfranchise millions of Americans by making it harder to vote. 

Here’s a look at what document (or documents) you would need to provide to register to vote and cast a ballot, if the SAVE Act passes in its current form.

What would you need to register to vote?

Simply, you would need proof of citizenship. But it becomes a bit more complicated depending on what documents you have.

For some voters, a valid passport or a driver’s license could be enough. The latter, however, will........

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