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Early voting has peaked in the first few days. With almost 21% of Texas voters already at the polls, Texans are motivated to have their voices heard.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which the House passed in February and the Senate has debated since March 17, would require documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote and photo identification to cast a ballot in federal elections.

With registration deadlines approaching, local election leaders and student organization presidents stress the importance of student voices at the polls.

“Y’all [have] more years ahead of you than the rest of us do, and so I want students to take control,” Henry said. “You have a voice, and I want students to use it.”