WASHINGTON – The House is set to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson’s proposal on Wednesday, which links the funding of the federal government for the new budget year to a mandate that states require proof of citizenship when people register to vote.

Johnson withdrew the bill from consideration last week but expressed determination to hold the vote despite concerns from some GOP members. Democrats are overwhelmingly against the measure.

The push for new voters to provide proof of citizenship has been a key Republican focus, although instances of noncitizen voting are rare and already illegal.

According to Johnson, preventing non-American citizens from voting in American elections is a top priority for the majority of Americans.

Lawmakers are still far from completing the necessary appropriations bills for the upcoming fiscal year, necessitating a stopgap measure to avoid a partial government shutdown.

While some are advocating for a short extension, others are pushing for a six-month extension, hoping for more leverage if Donald Trump wins the election.

Ultimately, a bipartisan plan to prevent a government shutdown is crucial, as highlighted by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and others.