Top Republican Calls To Revive SAVE Act

Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) is calling on fellow Republicans to come together and revive a stalled election integrity bill that supporters say would help strengthen confidence in America’s voting system.

The proposed SAVE America Act seeks to require citizenship verification for federal voter registration. Despite winning approval in the House, the legislation has struggled to gain momentum in the Senate due to opposition from Democrats and several Republican senators.

Scott believes the solution is simple: listen to concerns, negotiate, and find common ground.

Rick Scott: Solve Problems, Don’t Walk Away

Speaking Tuesday on Newsmax’s “Ed Henry: The Big Take,” Scott said Republican lawmakers should sit down with colleagues who oppose the measure and work through their objections one issue at a time.

“We need to find out what their concerns are and do everything we can to address them,” Scott said.

The Florida senator argued that successful leadership often comes down to communication and compromise rather than confrontation.

Scott Points to His Business Background

Scott compared the current Senate challenge to the strategy he used while building one of America’s largest healthcare companies.

Before entering politics, Scott co-founded Columbia Hospital Corporation, which later merged with Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) to create the nation’s largest for-profit hospital network.

According to Scott, success in business came from understanding what people wanted and finding ways to meet those needs whenever possible.

That same approach, he says, could help Senate Republicans overcome divisions and advance legislation that many conservatives view as a major election security priority.

What Is the SAVE America Act?

Under the SAVE America Act, individuals signing up to vote in federal elections would need to provide proof that they are U.S. citizens.

Supporters argue the measure would strengthen election security, prevent potential voter fraud, and increase public confidence in election outcomes.

Critics, however, contend that additional documentation requirements could create obstacles for some eligible voters.

The debate has become one of the most closely watched election integrity battles in Washington.

Why the Bill Is Stuck in the Senate

Despite passing the House by a narrow margin, the legislation faces significant hurdles in the Senate.

Earlier this month, lawmakers rejected an effort to attach the proposal to a larger immigration funding package.

Several Republican senators joined Democrats in opposing the move, dealing another setback to supporters hoping to advance the measure.

The vote highlighted ongoing divisions within the Republican conference over both strategy and Senate procedure.

Polls Show Strong Support for Voter Verification Measures

Scott pointed to polling data showing broad public support for stricter election safeguards.

Multiple national surveys have found overwhelming support for voter identification requirements and proof-of-citizenship verification for voter registration.

Polling from major research organizations has consistently shown that large majorities of Americans favor measures designed to verify voter eligibility before ballots are cast.

Supporters argue these policies are common-sense protections that help preserve trust in elections and ensure that only U.S. citizens participate in federal voting.

Can Republicans Get the Votes?

The biggest obstacle remains the Senate’s 60-vote threshold.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune has repeatedly acknowledged that supporters currently lack the votes needed to overcome a filibuster and advance the legislation.

Still, Scott remains optimistic that direct negotiations can bring skeptical lawmakers on board.

For many conservatives, the SAVE America Act represents more than just another piece of legislation. It has become a test of whether Congress is willing to take additional steps to strengthen election security and restore public confidence in the voting process.

As the debate continues, Republican leaders face growing pressure from voters who want action on election integrity before the next federal election cycle begins.