The resolution urges the United States Senate to pass the federal Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which aims to enhance the integrity of voter registration processes in federal elections. The resolution highlights the importance of ensuring that only U.S. citizens are eligible to vote, noting that current federal law does not require documentary proof of citizenship when registering. This has led to instances where noncitizens have been mistakenly registered to vote due to errors in state voter registration systems, thereby eroding public confidence in the electoral process. A survey indicated that a significant portion of Americans are concerned about the potential for ineligible votes, particularly from noncitizens, in upcoming elections.

The SAVE Act proposes to amend the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 (NVRA) by requiring states to obtain documentary proof of U.S. citizenship and identity from individuals registering to vote. It would also mandate states to implement verification programs for registrants' citizenship status and provide them with free access to federal databases to maintain accurate voter rolls. The New Jersey Legislature believes that the SAVE Act would promote safe and secure elections, restore public trust in the electoral process, and therefore calls for immediate action from the Senate to pass this legislation.