Naturalization and Oath Ceremony Protection Act

The Naturalization and Oath Ceremony Protection Act (S 3568) guarantees that approved naturalization applicants can complete their citizenship process by attending a scheduled ceremony, taking the oath of allegiance, and receiving their certificate. The government may only block this right if it provides individualized evidence of ineligibility or fraud, requiring written notice, a 10-day response window, and supervisory approval. The bill prohibits denials based on nationality, country of origin, or general policies not tied to the applicant’s specific case. It also allows applicants to seek judicial review and mandates rescheduling the ceremony within 10 days if they win a court case.