Temporary Government Funding and New Citizenship Proof Required for Voting Registration.
This Act ensures temporary funding for most federal agencies until March 28, 2025, preventing a government shutdown and maintaining essential services like veteran care and food programs. Crucially, it introduces the SAVE Act, which mandates that citizens must provide documentary proof of US citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections, a significant change from previous procedures. Furthermore, the bill allocates an additional $10 billion to the Disaster Relief Fund to support recovery efforts following major disasters.
Key points
Government Continuity: Extends federal funding for most government operations (including health, defense, and social programs) until March 28, 2025, generally at 2024 spending levels.
Voting Requirements Change (SAVE Act): Requires all applicants for federal voter registration to present specific documentary proof of US citizenship (e.g., passport or certified birth certificate) instead of relying solely on sworn attestation.
Disaster Relief Boost: Provides an immediate $10 billion increase to the FEMA Disaster Relief Fund to cover costs associated with major disaster response and recovery.
Defense and Transition Funding: Includes specific appropriations for the Navy's Virginia Class Submarine program and necessary expenses for the 2024 Presidential transition.
VOTING RESULTS
2024-09-18
52%
For
202
Against
220
Abstain
2
Failed
Citizen Poll