Immigration (Citizenship & Naturalization)

in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9876: BAN Act

This bill, known as the BAN Act, aims to stop the practice of "birth tourism," which it defines as entering the United States primarily to give birth to a child who would otherwise not be eligible for citizenship. The legislation makes it illegal for pregnant individuals to enter the country for this purpose and extends bans to their family members and any businesses or facilitators who help arrange these trips. Additionally, the bill introduces criminal penalties, including up to ten years in prison, for anyone who lies about a pregnancy or runs a commercial operation that assists in birth tourism. By adding birth tourism as a specific ground of inadmissibility, the law seeks to prevent unauthorized entry while maintaining that legitimate medical travel for necessary treatment remains allowed.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by criminalizing entry for birth tourism and penalizing facilitators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 5023: Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026

The Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026 prohibits individuals from entering the United States if their main reason for travel is to have a child born there to gain U.S. citizenship. This law makes such travelers inadmissible upon arrival and subject to deportation if they are found to have entered the country specifically for this purpose. Officials determine whether someone is engaging in birth tourism by assessing if the person's primary goal is obtaining citizenship for a child or if they are likely to give birth within ten months of entry. The bill directly affects foreign nationals planning to visit the U.S. with the intent of using their child's birthplace to secure citizenship status.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by prohibiting entry for birth tourism, limiting protections for those seeking citizenship via birth.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 14, 2026

S 4973: American Citizenship Act

The American Citizenship Act proposes changes to how birthright citizenship is determined for children born in the United States. Under this bill, a newborn would automatically be a U.S. citizen only if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or has lawful permanent resident status at the time of birth. The legislation explicitly excludes children born to parents who are both undocumented or do not meet these residency requirements from receiving citizenship solely based on their birthplace. Importantly, the bill states that these new rules will not apply retroactively to anyone who was already born before the law takes effect.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship for children of undocumented parents, limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 4954: Citizenship Act of 2026

The Citizenship Act of 2026 redefines the legal status of individuals currently in the United States without legal admission as "invaders" and removes birthright citizenship from children born to these individuals. This change specifically targets mothers who are unlawfully present in the country or entered for the purpose of giving birth, as well as foreign nationals involved in commercial surrogacy contracts within the U.S. By amending the Immigration and Nationality Act, the bill ensures that citizenship is no longer automatically granted to these specific groups of children, regardless of their place of birth. Additionally, the legislation declares that courts cannot review the government's determination that an invasion is occurring at the border.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship and labels undocumented individuals as 'invaders', limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9742: English Language Proficiency Act

The English Language Proficiency Act removes specific exceptions that currently allow certain immigrants to bypass the naturalization requirement of understanding U.S. history, government, and English language skills. By amending the Immigration and Nationality Act, the bill eliminates these exemptions, meaning more applicants must now demonstrate proficiency in these areas to become citizens. This change directly impacts immigrants who previously qualified for waivers based on factors such as age, education, or length of residence in the United States. The legislation aims to standardize the naturalization process by ensuring a consistent set of requirements for all applicants seeking citizenship.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts educational access by removing exemptions for immigrants to bypass English and civics requirements for naturalization.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access to naturalization by removing exemptions for English and civics requirements.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9662: Birthright CLAIM Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Birthright CLAIM Act of 2026, modifies existing laws to restrict automatic citizenship for children born in the United States to parents who are not U.S. citizens or nationals. Under the new rules, a child born to two non-citizen parents would not be considered a citizen at birth if at least one parent is unlawfully present in the country or lacks lawful permanent residency. Additionally, the legislation extends the residency requirements for children born abroad to U.S. citizens, requiring a longer period of continuous residence before the child can claim citizenship. The bill also introduces a paternity verification process where DNA testing is mandatory to confirm a father's identity before the government issues citizenship documents like passports or Social Security numbers. If paternity cannot be verified through this testing, the child would not receive these documents until the verification is complete.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts automatic citizenship for children born to non-citizen parents, limiting immigrant protections and rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 9, 2026

HR 9633: Birthright Citizenship Clarification Act of 2026

The Birthright Citizenship Clarification Act of 2026 would amend federal law to change how citizenship at birth is determined for children born in the United States. Under this proposal, a child born in the U.S. to parents who are present temporarily or unlawfully would not automatically receive citizenship, while also preserving historical exceptions for children of foreign diplomats and those born on foreign ships. The bill specifically defines temporary presence to include holders of student, work, tourist, and other nonimmigrant visas, as well as participants in the Visa Waiver Program. These changes would apply only to individuals born after the law takes effect, leaving the citizenship status of those born before that date unchanged.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship for children of undocumented parents, limiting immigrant protections and access to citizenship.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9562: Anchors Away Act

The Anchors Away Act modifies U.S. immigration laws to expand birthright citizenship and restrict entry for certain pregnant individuals. It clarifies that anyone born in the United States to a parent who is a citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a member of the U.S. Armed Forces automatically acquires citizenship. Additionally, the bill makes it illegal for pregnant nonimmigrants who are not married to U.S. citizens to enter the country, though it allows entry for those seeking legitimate medical treatment for childbirth. These changes apply only to people born on or after the law's enactment and to new admission applications filed on or after that date.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts entry for pregnant nonimmigrants and modifies citizenship rules, limiting immigrant access and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jun 29, 2026

HR 9514: Homeownership Eligibility Reform Act

The Homeownership Eligibility Reform Act restricts access to government-backed and private mortgage insurance for single-family homes to individuals who are U.S. citizens. Specifically, the bill amends laws governing the Federal Housing Administration, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac to require that borrowers for one-to-four-unit properties must be citizens to qualify for their mortgage products. This change directly affects foreign nationals and non-citizen residents who currently might purchase homes with these types of financing, effectively limiting their eligibility for these specific mortgage programs.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts mortgage access for non-citizens, limiting housing opportunities and reducing affordable housing availability for foreign nationals.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts mortgage access for non-citizens, limiting immigrant access to housing services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Mortgages Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9456: SNAP Citizenship and Residency Act of 2026

The SNAP Citizenship and Residency Act of 2026 would restrict access to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for certain non-citizens. Under this proposal, individuals who are not lawful permanent residents would be ineligible for benefits, even if they live in a household that otherwise qualifies. Additionally, lawful permanent residents must have lived in the United States for at least 10 years after being admitted to receive assistance. This change directly impacts the eligibility criteria for immigrants currently participating in or seeking food assistance programs.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access to SNAP benefits based on citizenship and residency duration, limiting services for non-citizens and long-term residents.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization DACA & Dreamers

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