Immigration (Citizenship & Naturalization)

passed · United States · House Jun 9, 2025

HR 2966: American Entrepreneurs First Act of 2025

HR 2966, the American Entrepreneurs First Act of 2025, modifies requirements for certain Small Business Administration (SBA) loans by requiring applicants to provide proof of citizenship, national status, or lawful permanent residency for themselves and all business owners. It directly affects small business applicants and their owners who are non-citizens, including refugees, nonimmigrant visa holders, DACA recipients, or undocumented individuals. The bill mandates new documentation, such as alien registration numbers for lawful permanent residents, and prohibits loans if applicants fail to provide this information or if ineligible owners are involved. These changes apply to SBA 7(a) loans and Title V investment programs, altering eligibility criteria for specific loan programs.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires citizenship/legal status proof for SBA loans, restricting non-citizens (including DACA recipients and undocumented individuals) from accessing business loans, directly limiting immigrant access to services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization DACA & Dreamers Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2025

HR 3371: Ensuring Security for Military Spouses Act

HR 3371, the Ensuring Security for Military Spouses Act, removes a residency requirement for military spouses seeking U.S. citizenship. It specifically waives the three-month state residency rule under immigration law for spouses of active-duty service members stationed in the U.S. who are already lawfully admitted for permanent residence. This change allows these spouses to apply for citizenship without having to live in the state where they file their application for three months. The bill directly affects military spouses of active-duty personnel serving within the United States.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRemoves residency barrier for military spouses seeking citizenship, advancing immigrant integration and access to naturalization process.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2025

HR 1338: REPLACE Act

Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act or the REPLACE Act This bill automatically waives the fees to replace certain federal documents (e.g., passports, visas, or immigration documents) destroyed by a major disaster. Under current law, the Department of State and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may waive replacement fees for these critical documents for individuals or households adversely affected by a major disaster. The bill requires the State Department and USCIS to waive these replacement fees when the documents are destroyed by a major disaster for which assistance is provided under the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Individuals and Households Program. The agencies must notify the public of the availability of these waivers on their respective websites. The bill also requires the State Department and USCIS to annually report to Congress the number of such fee waivers granted and the resulting cost to the respective agencies.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill waives fees for replacing immigration documents after disasters, providing a service to affected immigrants without restricting access.60% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Tags Emergency Management

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in committee · United States · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 569: Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025

Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 This bill limits birthright citizenship by redefining what it means to be subject to the jurisdiction of the United States. Currently, a person born in the United States and subject to U.S. jurisdiction is entitled to citizenship. Under the bill, a person is subject to U.S. jurisdiction if he or she is born to a parent who is (1) a U.S. citizen or national, (2) a lawful permanent resident residing in the United States, or (3) a non-U.S. national ( alien under federal law) with a lawful immigration status who is performing active service in the Armed Forces. The bill does not affect the citizenship or nationality status of any person born before the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts birthright citizenship by excluding children of undocumented parents, limiting a core immigrant protection under current law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Mar 25, 2025

HR 2337: PARENT Act of 2025

HR 2337, the PARENT Act of 2025, would change U.S. birthright citizenship rules by requiring that a person born in the United States must have at least one parent who is either a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) at the time of the child's birth. This bill would affect only individuals born in the U.S. after the law takes effect, altering their automatic citizenship status under current law. The key provision amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to define "subject to the jurisdiction" for citizenship purposes to require one parent meeting these specific status criteria. The law would not apply to people born before its enactment date.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship by requiring parent to be citizen/green card holder, limiting automatic citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Sep 19, 2025

HR 5528: America’s CHILDREN Act of 2025

This bill creates a pathway to permanent residency for certain college graduates who entered the U.S. as children under specific nonimmigrant visa categories (excluding H-1B, L-1, etc.). To qualify, applicants must have been lawfully present for 10 years total (including 8 years as a dependent child), graduated from a U.S. college, and not be inadmissible. It also changes how "child status" is determined for immigration purposes - using specific dates instead of age to prevent "age-outs" for dependents of long-term visa holders - and preserves priority dates for family members. These changes apply to individuals who entered the U.S. before age 21 and maintained lawful status under qualifying visas.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates pathway to permanent residency for qualifying college graduates who entered as children, preventing 'age-outs' and supporting immigrant integration95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization DACA & Dreamers Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Mar 3, 2025

HR 1772: Designation of English as the Official Language of the United States Act of 2025

HR 1772 designates English as the official language of the United States federal government, requiring all official government functions (like laws, regulations, and public proceedings) to be conducted in English. It directly affects federal agencies, naturalization processes (mandating English ceremonies and language standards for new citizens), and government communications. Key exceptions include language teaching, disability education, national security needs, census activities, and protections for Native American languages under existing law. The bill does not restrict the use of other languages in private settings or ban bilingual services for essential government functions. It amends U.S. Code to establish these requirements, with implementation set for 180 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates English for naturalization ceremonies and language standards, limiting access to citizenship (a key immigrant protection) for non-English speakers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2025

HR 4741: Constitutional Citizenship Clarification Act of 2025

This bill would amend U.S. immigration law to exclude from birthright citizenship children born in the United States to parents who are unlawfully present in the country, serving as foreign diplomats, or engaged in hostile operations (such as espionage or terrorism). It directly affects the citizenship status of children born to undocumented immigrants and certain foreign agents. The key mechanism adds specific exceptions to Section 301(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, explicitly stating that such children are not "subject to the jurisdiction" of the United States. The bill claims to codify existing common law exceptions but creates new legal categories for exclusion beyond current practice.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRemoves birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants, directly restricting a core immigrant protection under U.S. law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 29, 2025

S 2526: Fight for the American Dream Act

This bill, S 2526 (Fight for the American Dream Act), allows young immigrants protected by Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) to enlist in the U.S. military by amending eligibility rules to include those with valid employment authorization under DACA. It also updates naturalization rules for service members, clarifying that military service in the Selected Reserve or active duty qualifies for citizenship and adjusting geographic references to include American Samoa and certain Pacific territories. The bill directly affects DACA-eligible individuals seeking military service and service members pursuing citizenship, removing a key barrier to enlistment and streamlining the naturalization process. These changes are specific legal updates to Title 10 (military) and the Immigration and Nationality Act, without altering DACA status or broader immigration policy.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEnables DACA recipients to enlist in military and gain citizenship, directly protecting and advancing immigrant rights under federal policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization DACA & Dreamers Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Feb 24, 2025

HR 1547: SSA Reform Act of 2025

HR 1547 (SSA Reform Act of 2025) requires the Department of Homeland Security to notify the Social Security Administration within 180 days of any change in an individual's citizenship, immigration status, or work authorization. This triggers a requirement for the Social Security Administration to suspend benefits for non-citizens or non-nationals during months they lack valid status, as specified in Section 4(a). The bill also mandates annual joint reports from DHS and SSA detailing notification volumes, processing times, fraud prevention effectiveness, and data-sharing challenges. It directly affects immigrants holding Social Security numbers who lose citizenship or work authorization, restricting their access to Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and other benefits administered by the SSA during affected periods.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationSuspends Social Security benefits for non-citizens lacking valid immigration status, restricting access to federal benefits based on immigration status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Work Authorization

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