House Speaker Mike Johnson has announced plans for a vote on a bill that would fund the federal government for an additional six months while also mandating that states obtain proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, when registering voters. This move comes as Congress faces the looming deadline of September 30 to pass a stop-gap spending bill to avoid a government shutdown just before the upcoming presidential election.
The decision to combine the proof of citizenship requirement with government funding has raised concerns about the bill's prospects, as it is unlikely to advance in the Democratic-controlled Senate. However, the effort could serve as a strategic move for Johnson and House Republicans in future political scenarios.
