Two significant bills supported by former President Donald Trump are set to be voted on this week as Republican lawmakers continue their efforts to advance the Trump administration’s agenda during the first 100 days of their new session.
The first bill, the No Rogue Rulings Act (NORRA Act), introduced by Rep. Darrell Issa of California, aims to restrict the ability of district court judges to issue nationwide orders that block Trump’s policies. The second bill, the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, put forward by Rep. Chip Roy of Texas, seeks to mandate proof of citizenship for individuals registering to vote.
These initiatives highlight Trump’s ongoing influence over the Republican agenda at a time when Democrats appear divided without a cohesive message or leadership.
The NORRA Act responds to ongoing challenges Trump has faced from certain judges who have halted his initiatives. Meanwhile, the SAVE Act is a long-requested change that conservative leaders argue is essential to ensure only American citizens have a say in elections.
Both bills recently passed through the House Rules Committee in a largely party-line vote. Initially, there was some delay around the voting process due to an attempt by House GOP leaders to block an unrelated proposal regarding remote voting for new parents, but this language was eventually included in the measure.
The Rules Committee serves as the final checkpoint for legislation before a full House vote. A procedural vote is expected, which will pave the way for debate and final voting on these bills later this week.
Rep. Issa’s bill is slated for a House-wide vote on Wednesday. Trump is rallying his allies in Congress to defend against what Republicans see as overreach by activist judges.
Support for the SAVE Act has been building, with claims that its passage could help prevent illegal immigrants from voting, a concern Republicans emphasize strongly. Critics, including some Democrats, argue that it might create barriers for women whose identities may change after marriage, potentially disenfranchising them.
This legislation has cleared the House before, with some bipartisan support in the past, but it has not advanced in the Senate, which was previously under Democratic control.
Republican leaders are vocal in their support for these initiatives, stating, “American citizens – and only American citizens – should decide American elections.” They emphasize that these measures align with the demands of the American public to secure and protect the election process.
As the House prepares for this critical vote, many are watching closely to see how lawmakers will respond to the pressures of their constituents and the larger political landscape.
