Trump-backed election push gains ground in Florida as legal fight looms

Election integrity bill clears Florida Legislature

(The Center Square) – Florida’s sweeping election integrity bill has cleared the Legislature and now only requires the governor’s approval in order to become law.

Florida Advances SAVE Act–Inspired Voting Reform

Florida lawmakers passed a voting measure that is based on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act, aimed at safeguarding elections. The legislation, HB 991, passed the state House in a 77-28 vote. The bill previously passed the state Senate in a 27-12 vote. Governor Ron DeSantis (R) supports the bill, writing on social media, “Although Florida has already enacted much of what the federal legislation contemplates, this will f…

Election integrity bill modeled after SAVE Act approved by Florida Legislature

Bill requires voters to provide proof of citizenship when registering to vote.

Florida Republicans send SAVE Act–style proof-of-citizenship voting bill to DeSantis’ desk

Governor Ron DeSantis expected to sign Florida citizenship verification bill championed by President Donald Trump, making Florida most populous state with such requirements.

Trump-backed election push gains ground in Florida as legal fight looms

Florida lawmakers have approved a sweeping election bill modeled after federal legislation backed by President Donald Trump, setting up a potential legal showdown if Gov. Ron DeSantis signs the measure.

Why did Florida Republicans send a proof‑of‑citizenship bill?

What the Measure Does and Why It Mattered in Tallahassee Florida lawmakers advanced legislation modeled on the SAVE America Act that would require stricter proof‑of‑citizenship steps for voters and add a new sworn affirmation process for registration. The bill mirrors a federal proposal championed…