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GA SR838

Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Greg Dolezal

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes an amendment to the Georgia Constitution to change voting eligibility language from "every person who is a citizen" to "only individuals who are citizens" of the United States
  • Adds a new constitutional requirement that registered voters must present photographic identification before casting a ballot in any election
  • Delegates to the General Assembly the authority to define acceptable forms of photo ID by law
  • Requires the proposed amendment to be placed on a statewide ballot for voter ratification or rejection
  • Sponsored by Senators Dolezal (27th), Still (48th), Albers (56th), Echols (49th), Walker III (20th), and others

Legislative Description

"State Assurance of Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Amendment" -CA

Last Action

Senate Lost

3/6/2026

Committee Referrals

Ethics2/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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