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Introduced
09/25/2024
09/25/2024
In Committee
09/25/2024
09/25/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend section 301 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify those classes of individuals born in the United States who are nationals and citizens of the United States at birth, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Birthright Citizenship Act of 2024, aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify the classes of individuals born in the United States who are considered U.S. nationals and citizens at birth. It specifies that a person born in the U.S. is considered "subject to the jurisdiction" of the U.S. for purposes of citizenship if the person's parents are either U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents with residence in the U.S., or active members of the U.S. Armed Forces. The bill also includes conforming amendments to various sections of the Immigration and Nationality Act to reflect these changes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 09/25/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/5223/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s5223/BILLS-118s5223is.pdf |
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