Bill > HR449

This bill aims to streamline the naturalization process for United States nationals, who are individuals owing permanent allegiance to the United States but are not yet citizens, particularly those from U.S. outlying possessions. The bill recognizes that U.S. nationals serve in the U.S. Armed Services at high rates and often desire citizenship, especially for military or professional reasons requiring U.S. citizenship. It proposes to modify the Immigration and Nationality Act to make naturalization easier by allowing individuals who have continuously resided in a U.S. state or outlying possession from birth to become citizens with reduced requirements. Specifically, these individuals would be exempt from certain educational and physical presence testing, and the Department of Homeland Security would have discretion to waive personal interviews and potentially reduce naturalization application fees. The bill also expands provisions for children of U.S. nationals, allowing those residing in U.S. outlying possessions to more easily pursue citizenship. Overall, the legislation seeks to provide a more accessible pathway to citizenship for U.S. nationals who have demonstrated ongoing commitment and connection to the United States.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/449/all-info