Bill > H7637

This bill, titled "Prohibit denial of an opportunity to apply for employment as a law enforcement officer or firefighter solely on the basis of a person's country of citizenship," aims to prevent qualified individuals from being excluded from applying for these critical public service roles simply because they are not U.S. citizens. Specifically, it amends existing laws to state that a person's country of citizenship cannot be the sole reason for denying them the chance to apply for a position as a law enforcement officer or firefighter, or to enter a training academy for these professions. The bill clarifies that lawful permanent residents of the United States, who are legally authorized to work and meet all other job requirements, are eligible to apply. However, it also stipulates that these individuals must acquire U.S. citizenship before they can be officially sworn into service after completing their training. The bill takes effect immediately upon its passage.

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