Activists and Lawmakers Pressure Senate to End Filibuster and Pass SAVE America Act

SAVE America Act and DHS Funding·February 5, 2025 – April 29, 2026

3 months ago

Activists and Lawmakers Pressure Senate to End Filibuster and Pass SAVE America Act

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has reached its eighth week as negotiations remain stalled over immigration enforcement and voter identification requirements 9172263722. Activist Scott Presler is leading a pressure campaign to force a Senate vote on the SAVE Act, which requires physical proof of citizenship to register for federal elections 2026-04-1138431541. This movement has gained momentum as lawmakers and citizens express growing frustration with the ongoing budget impasse 9173247498. Some supporters are now calling for the Senate to eliminate the filibuster to ensure the passage of the SAVE America Act and the full funding of the Department of Homeland Security x_2043371220557541772. These advocates argue that the filibuster is being used to block legislation that the American people demand x_2043382033636827432. The standoff continues to impact DHS operations while the House and Senate remain divided on 2026 budget priorities.

Call to end the filibuster for SAVE America ActDemand for Senate action on SAVE America ActScott Presler's pressure campaign fuels SAVE America Act standoffCongress faces misery amid ongoing DHS shutdown

3 months ago

Rep. Chip Roy Criticizes Senate Inaction on SAVE America Act as DHS Shutdown Enters Eighth Week

House Republicans are increasing pressure on the Senate to pass the SAVE Act. This bill would require people to show physical proof of citizenship to register for federal elections. Representative Chip Roy recently criticized the Senate for failing to act on the measure. He argued that the Senate is not deliberating on important issues and called for immediate action to secure elections. Supporters of the bill claim that most Americans want stricter rules to prevent non-citizens from voting. Some party members warn that failing to pass the act could lead to significant losses in the November elections. This debate remains a central point of conflict as the Department of Homeland Security budget remains stalled.

Rep. Chip Roy Calls for Senate ActionSocial Post on Election SecurityGOP Warns of Election Losses if SAVE America Act Fails

3 months ago

Trump Orders Emergency Pay for DHS Workers as 8-Week Shutdown Stalls Over SAVE America Act

The Department of Homeland Security remains in a partial shutdown for the eighth consecutive week as House Republicans insist on linking agency funding to the SAVE America Act's proof-of-citizenship requirements. While President Trump has issued emergency orders to pay approximately 95,000 essential DHS and TSA employees, the broader budget remains stalled in the Senate during a legislative recess.

3 months ago

Rep. Roy introduces DHS budget bill including SAVE America Act citizenship voting requirements

Representative Roy introduced a new Department of Homeland Security budget that incorporates the SAVE America Act's citizenship requirements for voting.

H.R. 8206Rep. Roy Introduces Homeland Security Bill Including the SAVE America Act to Require Proof of Citizenship for Voting

3 months ago

Senate approves DHS funding bill with pay raises for air traffic controllers

The Senate approved a competing funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security that includes pay raises for air traffic controllers.

H.R. 7147House Passes Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2026, Including $26B Disaster Relief Fund

The Facts

Key Statements

TThe Guardian

“The partial government shutdown enters its eighth week as the House fails to act on a Senate bill to fund DHS subagencies.”

This confirms the current duration and status of the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

FFox News

“The Senate fails to advance a House bill to end a partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown.”

This illustrates the legislative deadlock in the Senate that is preventing the agency from reopening.

Who This Affects

27 groups

Conflicting

Policies

These bills represent competing House and Senate strategies to fund the government while adding new voting rules. S. 1383 is the primary vehicle for the voting changes after passing the House, while H.R. 7147 is the main funding bill that has cleared both chambers.

H.R. 8206

Rep. Roy Introduces Homeland Security Bill Including the SAVE America Act to Require Proof of Citizenship for Voting

Apr 6

Trump Directs Homeland Security to Pay 35,000 Unpaid Workers Using Emergency Funds

Apr 3

Trump Orders New Citizenship Checks for Voters and Stricter Rules for Mail-In Ballots

Mar 31

Trump Orders Emergency Pay for 60,000 TSA Workers Amid Ongoing DHS Shutdown

Mar 27

H.Res. 1128

Department of Homeland Security: Support for Full Funding

Mar 26

11 procedural actions (rules for debate, scheduling)

News

Senate GOP kicks off plan to end-run Democrats on immigration

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

Mullin says DHS will be unable to pay salaries starting in May

Washington ExaminerCenter Right

Senate Republicans unveil immigration funding framework as DHS shutdown drags on

CNBCCenter

GOP's filibuster-proof bill to fund ICE expected in Senate early next week

Washington TimesCenter Right

Funding effort for ICE, Border Patrol could begin in Senate next week, majority leader says

ReutersCenter

Senate Republicans plan to vote next week on budget plan to fund ICE, Border Patrol

The HillCenter

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