Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to protect United States citizenship.
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to clarify how citizenship is determined at birth, directly affecting individuals born in the United States and their parents. It would restrict automatic citizenship to children born to parents who are U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or active-duty military members, while also granting Congress the authority to pass laws enforcing these rules. By modifying the interpretation of the 14th Amendment, the measure aims to establish specific criteria for birthright citizenship that align with current immigration laws.
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Introduction
May 2026
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Introduced May 4, 2026
Last action May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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May 4, 2026
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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