Immigration (Citizenship & Naturalization)

in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HRES 1434: Supporting the efforts of the Trump Administration to obtain a rehearing of the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Trump v. Barbara, and for other purposes.

This House resolution expresses support for the Trump Administration's effort to seek a rehearing of the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. Barbara*, which ruled that children born in the United States to parents who are unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth. The bill urges the Solicitor General to file a petition for rehearing and calls on the House Judiciary Committee to monitor the case for potential legislative or oversight action. It cites concerns about commercial "birth tourism" schemes exploiting the ruling as a reason to revisit the decision before it becomes final law.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill supports overturning a ruling that grants birthright citizenship to children of unauthorized immigrants, which restricts immigration rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Citizenship & Naturalization Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5259: End Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act

The End Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act would prohibit states and local governments designated as "sanctuary jurisdictions" from receiving Community Development Block Grants, defining such jurisdictions as those that restrict information sharing or compliance with federal immigration detainers. The bill also codifies a "mixed-status" rule that prevents housing assistance programs from providing prorated benefits to households where some members are ineligible, requiring full eligibility verification for all family members before any funds are distributed. Additionally, it mandates that public housing agencies affirmatively verify the citizenship status of applicants and expands the scope of these restrictions to include specific federal housing programs like Section 811 and Section 202.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill explicitly restricts housing assistance by prohibiting prorated benefits in mixed-status households and defunds local housing development via CDBG cuts.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts housing welfare access for illegal aliens and penalizes sanctuary jurisdictions, limiting immigrant services and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 5191: Citizenship for International Adoptees Act of 2026

The Citizenship for International Adoptees Act of 2026 grants automatic U.S. citizenship to individuals born outside the United States who were adopted by U.S. citizens before turning 18 and have lived in the country since the law takes effect. To qualify, applicants must have been legally adopted, meet specific residency requirements, and demonstrate a commitment to the U.S. by being physically present in the country on the enactment date. The bill also establishes a fee cap for these applications, setting the cost at no more than half the standard fee for a certificate of citizenship. However, the law excludes individuals with certain criminal convictions, including those involving domestic violence, sexual abuse, burglary, or membership in criminal gangs, as well as those deemed inadmissible or deportable under existing immigration rules.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill grants automatic citizenship to international adoptees, directly advancing immigrant rights and integration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9724: End Birthright Citizenship for Territories Act

This bill proposes to end automatic U.S. citizenship for people born in Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands starting January 1, 2027. It achieves this by amending existing immigration laws to add a specific date cutoff, meaning anyone born in these territories after that date would not be granted citizenship at birth. The legislation explicitly states that children born before the cutoff date and children born to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents in these areas will retain their current citizenship status.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship for residents of U.S. territories, limiting immigrant protections and access to citizenship.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9854: Citizenship Act of 2026

The Citizenship Act of 2026 redefines the term "invader" to include individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States or those seeking entry specifically for the purpose of giving birth. Under this legislation, children born in the U.S. to these designated invaders would not be entitled to birthright citizenship if their mothers were not lawfully admitted or if the parents do not meet specific residency requirements. The bill also explicitly excludes children born through commercial surrogacy contracts involving nationals of certain countries from acquiring citizenship. Additionally, the act declares that courts cannot review the President's or Congress's determination that an invasion is occurring.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship for children of undocumented parents and defines them as 'invaders', limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9803: Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act of 2026

The Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act of 2026 aims to combat fraud by increasing criminal penalties for individuals who falsely represent themselves as immigration lawyers or provide fraudulent services. It requires non-lawyer immigration service providers to identify themselves on applications and allows victims of unauthorized practice of law to withdraw and resubmit their immigration forms without penalty. The bill also empowers the Attorney General to issue civil injunctions against fraudulent providers and mandates that convicted fraudsters reimburse their clients for services rendered. To support legitimate legal aid, the legislation authorizes funding for outreach programs and grants to nonprofit organizations that provide direct legal assistance to immigrants.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill combats fraud and unauthorized practice of law, protecting victims and enhancing integrity within the legal and immigration justice systems.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects immigrants from legal exploitation and fraud, ensuring access to legitimate services and preventing unauthorized practice of law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Human Trafficking Citizenship & Naturalization Immigrant Services

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9897: Trump-Reagan Election Enforcement Act

This bill, known as the Trump-Reagan Election Enforcement Act, would require all U.S. states to implement strict new rules proving U.S. citizenship for anyone registering to vote in federal elections. Under the proposed law, states that fail to enforce these specific documentation requirements by fiscal year 2027 would face federal funding penalties, with 10 percent of certain transportation funds withheld initially and an additional 5 percent cut each subsequent year. The legislation mandates that applicants provide specific documents like a passport or certified birth certificate, requires states to actively remove noncitizens from voter rolls, and allows private lawsuits or criminal charges against election officials who register ineligible individuals.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts state budget autonomy by threatening federal funding cuts (transportation funds) for non-compliance.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates strict citizenship documentation for voting and imposes funding penalties on states that fail to enforce these restrictions, limiting immigrant access to services.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill withholds 10% and cuts 5% annually of transportation funds for non-compliance, directly limiting funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Tags Elections

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9919: Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026, aims to prevent non-immigrants from entering the United States specifically to give birth and secure citizenship for their children. It directly affects foreign nationals who plan to visit the U.S. with the primary goal of having a child there to obtain a U.S. passport. Under the new rules, immigration officials can deny entry to anyone suspected of engaging in birth tourism or deport those who have already entered for that purpose. The law defines birth tourism as entering the country with the main intent of obtaining citizenship for a child or being likely to give birth within 10 months of arrival to achieve that status. Decisions on whether someone is engaging in birth tourism will be based on the reasonable judgment of government officials such as those at the Department of Homeland Security.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by denying entry to non-immigrants seeking birth tourism, limiting their ability to secure citizenship for children.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HJRES 206: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to require that any Representative or Senator be a natural born citizen.

This bill proposes adding a new requirement to the U.S. Constitution that only natural-born citizens can serve as members of the House of Representatives or the Senate. It would change the current rules by explicitly stating that anyone who is not a natural-born citizen is ineligible for these offices, though it allows current officeholders to finish their existing terms before the ban takes effect. If passed and ratified, this change would prevent naturalized citizens from ever holding a seat in Congress, regardless of how long they have lived in the country.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts naturalized citizens from holding federal office, limiting their political participation and influence on immigration policy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9928: No Discounts for Foreigners Act

The No Discounts for Foreigners Act prohibits the Secretary of Homeland Security from waiving or reducing fees for U.S. citizenship applications, with the exception of current or former members of the Armed Forces. This law directly affects individuals seeking naturalization by ensuring they pay the full standard fee, while military personnel retain their existing fee reduction benefits. The bill removes the discretion to offer financial relief for citizenship applications but maintains special provisions for those who have served in the military.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access to services by prohibiting fee waivers for citizenship applications, limiting financial relief.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly preserves fee reduction benefits for current and former military members, protecting their access to citizenship services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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