The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act has yet to receive a Senate vote as Republican leadership considers how to move the measure through a chamber where Democrats are expected to resist.

The legislation would require individuals to provide documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote and present valid photo identification before casting a ballot. The House passed the bill earlier this month in a 218-213 vote, with Republicans supporting the measure.

During his State of the Union address, President Donald Trump called on Congress to send the proposal to his desk “before anything else,” arguing the changes are necessary to secure U.S. elections ahead of the midterms.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., has expressed support for the bill and confirmed that members of the Republican conference are discussing procedural options. Republicans hold a 53-47 majority but would need to overcome a filibuster threshold that typically requires 60 votes.

Some GOP senators, including Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, have advocated for requiring Democrats to conduct a traditional “talking filibuster,” which would force opponents to hold the floor continuously if they wish to delay the measure. Supporters say the approach would highlight Democratic resistance to voter identification requirements and could ultimately allow a simple majority vote if debate concludes.

Under current federal law, voting in national elections is limited to U.S. citizens, though documentary proof is not required at registration. Republicans backing the SAVE Act say the legislation would close that gap and strengthen public confidence in election outcomes.

For now, the measure remains in limbo as Senate Republicans debate their next step.