[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2044]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  U.S. ELECTIONS ARE FOR U.S. CITIZENS

  (Mr. Joyce of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speak on the 
importance of the SAVE America Act, which will come to the House floor 
for a vote this week.
  At the heart of our democracy is a very simple promise: Every 
eligible citizen gets one vote, and every vote counts equally. That 
promise is only sustainable when the public has confidence in the 
system.
  The SAVE America Act is centered on an indisputable principle: U.S. 
elections are for U.S. citizens. This legislation will ensure that 
voter registration systems accurately reflect the law and that 
citizenship requirements are consistently enforced.
  By requiring a photo ID in Federal elections, this congressional 
action will work to prevent fraud before it even starts. Supporting the 
SAVE America Act means promising every voter that their voice matters 
and that their vote will not be diluted. This action signals a long 
overdue step towards election integrity, which will preserve the 
strength and the security of our democratic system for generations to 
come.
  Very simply, our democracy is worth protecting, and by passing and 
enacting the SAVE America Act, we in Congress can ensure our 
constituents that their vote will count.


              Congratulating Johnstown Native Dan Barefoot

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Johnstown native, Dan Barefoot, on earning a spot on the U.S. Olympic 
Team. This week, Dan will compete in the Milano Cortina Winter Games 
representing our Nation on the world stage.
  A graduate of Richland High School and Penn State, Dan will compete 
in the skeleton competition, which is scheduled for Thursday, February 
12.
  Dan's 10-year pursuit of a spot on the Olympic team began with a 
Google search relating to which Olympic-style sport a novice could 
train for later in life. After what he describes as the singular most 
incredible and challenging journey of his life, Dan has reached the 
pinnacle of his sport.
  Pennsylvania's 13th Congressional District is incredibly proud to 
support Dan as he represents our community and our country on the 
Olympic stage.
  Once again, I congratulate Dan and his parents, Barry and Rebecca, on 
this extraordinary accomplishment and best wishes for gold at the 
Winter Games.

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