Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Resolution
SR 838: "State Assurance of Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Amendment" -CA
Did not advance Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
- Did not advance
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Plain-language summary
SR 838 is a resolution introduced in the Georgia Senate on February 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: "State Assurance of Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Amendment" -CA. Primary sponsor: Greg Dolezal (Republican), Shawn Still (Republican), John Albers (Republican), Drew Echols (Republican), Larry Walker (Republican), Jason Anavitarte (Republican), Ben Watson (Republican), Bo Hatchett (Republican), Tim Bearden (Republican), Max Burns (Republican), Bill Cowsert (Republican), Chuck Payne (Republican), Jason T. Dickerson, Carden Summers (Republican), Steve Gooch (Republican), Steven McNeel (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 6, 2026): Senate Lost.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Georgia so as to clarify that only citizens of the United States shall have a right to vote in elections in this state; to require electors to present photographic identification prior to casting a ballot; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to provide for the submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 15
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Dolezal | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 27 |
| Shawn Still | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 48 |
| John Albers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 56 |
| Drew Echols | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 49 |
| Larry Walker | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Jason Anavitarte | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
| Ben Watson | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
| Bo Hatchett | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 50 |
| Tim Bearden | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
| Max Burns | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Bill Cowsert | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 46 |
| Chuck Payne | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 54 |
| Jason T. Dickerson | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Carden Summers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 13 |
| Steve Gooch | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 51 |
| Steven McNeel | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Senate Lost
- Senate Third Read
- Senate Engrossed
- Senate Read Second Time
- Senate Committee Favorably Reported
- Senate Read and Referred
- Senate Hopper