S. 1383: Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025
Sponsor
Rick Scott
Republican · FL
Bill Progress
Latest Action · Feb 12, 2026
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
Why it matters
This bill could reshape how Americans prove citizenship to vote—just months before the 2026 elections.
The bill, now titled the SAVE America Act, forces everyone registering to vote in federal elections to provide specific documents showing they are U.S. citizens. Its backers argue it's a way to stop non-citizens from registering—but voting rights advocates argue it could block or delay eligible Americans from joining the rolls, especially those with less access to official documents.
The law lists a narrow set of acceptable paperwork: REAL ID cards that show citizenship, U.S. passports, certain military IDs, certified birth certificates, and a few other documents. Without these, citizen applicants won't be able to register. The changes would affect mail-in registrations, DMV registrations, and in-person sign-ups—meaning the rules get stricter across the board.
The push for such documentation comes amid a surge in claims about non-citizen voting, though actual cases remain extremely rare. Experts warn that the real risk is eligible voters—especially young people, the elderly, those born in rural areas, and tribal members—could have trouble providing the right paperwork and lose out on their right to vote.
The bill was initially pitched as helping veterans, but the House changed the text entirely—pivoting to voting rules just as next election ramps up. Expect heated debate, lawsuits, and a spotlight on access vs. security.
What does S. 1383 do?
Proof of Citizenship Required to Register
Everyone registering to vote in federal elections must show official documents proving they're U.S. citizens.
Narrow List of Acceptable Documents
Only specific forms—like a passport, REAL ID with citizenship, or a certified birth certificate—count as proof.
State Compliance for All Registration Methods
States can't register voters by mail, at the DMV, or in person unless they provide the proper paperwork.
Stricter DMV and Mail Registration
Driver’s license and mail-in registration programs must verify citizenship—no more 'just check the box' systems.
Penalties for False Registration
Using fake documents will face new criminal and immigration penalties.
Who benefits from S. 1383?
Election security advocates
They believe this will prevent non-citizens from voting.
Supporters of stricter voting laws
This fulfills their calls for more transparency and verification.
Lawmakers facing pressure on election integrity
Can claim action to safeguard voter rolls.
Voters who already have qualifying documents
Will be able to register with minimal extra effort.
Who is affected by S. 1383?
U.S.-born citizens lacking documentation
May find it tough to register if they don’t have a passport or birth certificate handy.
Naturalized citizens
Will need extra steps or specific papers (like a certificate of citizenship) to sign up.
Voter registration groups
Face bigger hurdles helping people register, especially in hard-to-reach communities.
State election officials
Must overhaul systems and verify more forms, likely increasing costs and workload.
S. 1383 Common Questions
How many members would be on the VA Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access?
The committee would have 15 voting members, plus 4 ex officio members, under the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (Section 2).
How soon would the VA have to create the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access?
The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must establish it within 180 days of enactment under the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (Section 2).
Which veterans would get seats on the VA accessibility advisory committee?
According to S.1383 Section 2, 4 seats go to veterans with disabilities, including mobility, hearing, visual, and mental or cognitive disabilities.
Can national veterans service organizations nominate members to the VA accessibility committee?
Yes. Under the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (Section 2), 5 voting members are representatives nominated by national veterans service organizations.
What are the ex officio positions on the VA equal access advisory committee?
S.1383 Section 2 names 4 ex officio members: the Under Secretaries for Health, Benefits, and Memorial Affairs, plus the Access Board chairperson.
How often would the VA accessibility advisory committee have to meet?
The committee must meet at least twice a year under the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (Section 2). Subcommittees may meet as often as needed.
Does the VA accessibility committee cover community care providers outside the VA?
Yes. Under S.1383 Section 2, the committee advises on accessibility of non-Department providers, including the Veterans Community Care Program under 38 U.S.C. 1703.
Which accessibility and disability laws would the VA advisory committee review compliance with?
According to S.1383 Section 2, it would advise on compliance with the ADA, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Plain Writing Act, 21st Century IDEA, and the Architectural Barriers Act.
Would members of the VA accessibility advisory committee get paid?
No additional pay is provided. Under the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (Section 2), non-federal members get no compensation, but members may receive travel expenses and per diem.
When would the VA equal access advisory committee end?
The committee would terminate 10 years after enactment under the Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025 (Section 2).
Based on S. 1383 bill text
S1383 Legislative Journey
Action Taken
Feb 12, 2026
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
House: Passed 218-213
Feb 11, 2026
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 218 - 213 (Roll no. 69). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H2138-2141)
+12 more actions this day
House: Action Taken
Dec 19, 2025
Held at the desk.
Passed 8894-8895
Dec 18, 2025
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S8894-8895; text: CR S8894-8895)
+1 more action this day
Committee Action
Dec 2, 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Moran with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Passed Committee
Jul 30, 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Committee Action
May 21, 2025
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
Committee Action
Apr 9, 2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
About the Sponsor
Rick Scott
Republican, FL · 7 years in Congress
Committees: Senate Special Committee on Aging, Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Armed Services
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Cosponsors (3)
This bill has 3 cosponsors: 6 Democrats, 2 Republicans, 1 Independent, reflecting bipartisan support. Cosponsors represent 7 states: Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, and 4 more.
Committee Sponsors
Committee on House Administration
0 of 12 committee members cosponsored
No committee members have cosponsored this bill
Veterans' Affairs Committee
4 of 19 committee members cosponsored
17 Republicans across these committees haven't cosponsored yet. Mobilize their constituents
What laws does S. 1383 change?
3 changes
Sections Amended
Section 4 of National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (52 U.S.C. 20503)
striking subsection (b) and inserting the following: ``(b) Requiring Applicants To Present Documentary Proof of United States Citizenship
Section 121(c) of Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (Public Law 99-603). ``(C) Sharing of information.--The heads of Federal departments and agencies shall share information with each other with respect to an individual who is the subject of a request received under paragraph (A) in order to enable them to respond to the request. ``(D) Investigation for purposes of removal.--The Secretary of Homeland Security shall conduct an investigation to determine whether to initiate removal proceedings under section 239 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1229) if it is determined pursuant to subparagraph (A) or (B) that an alien (as such term is defined in section 101 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1101)) is unlawfully registered to vote in elections for Federal office. ``(E) Prohibiting fees.--The head of a Federal department or agency may not charge a fee for responding to a State's request under paragraph (A). ``(k) Removal of Noncitizens From Registration Rolls.--A State shall remove an individual who is not a citizen of the United States from the official list of eligible voters for elections for Federal office held in the State at any time upon receipt of documentation or verified information that a registrant is not a United States citizen.''. (g) Clarification of Authority of State To Remove Noncitizens From Official List of Eligible Voters.-- (1) In general.--Section 8(a)(4) of the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (52 U.S.C. 20507(a)(4)) is amended-- (A) by striking ``or'' at the end of subparagraph (A); (B) by adding ``or'' at the end of subparagraph (B); and (C) by adding at the end the following new subparagraph: ``(C) documentary proof or verified information that the registrant is not a United States citizen;''. (2) Conforming amendment.--Section 8(c)(2)(B)(i) of such Act (52 U.S.C. 20507(c)(2)(B)(i))
striking ``(4)(A)'' and inserting ``(4)(A) or (C)''
Section 401 of such Act (52 U.S.C. 21111)
striking ``sections 301, 302, 303, and 304'' and inserting ``subtitle A of title III''
S. 1383 Quick Facts
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- Introduced
- Apr 9, 2025
Message on House action received in Senate and at desk: House amendment to Senate bill.
Feb 12, 2026
Constituent Resources
S. 1383 Bill Text
“To establish the Veterans Advisory Committee on Equal Access, and for other purposes.”
Source: U.S. Government Publishing Office
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