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Easier Citizenship for Military Members and Families

This act aims to simplify the process of obtaining U.S. citizenship for individuals serving in the U.S. military and their immediate families. It establishes special procedures and an advisory committee to ensure veterans and their families are not deported without proper case review, and facilitates their access to veteran benefits.
Key points
Establishes an advisory committee to review deportation cases of military members, veterans, and their families before final decisions are made.
Streamlines the U.S. citizenship application process for active-duty military personnel, their spouses, and minor children, including training for recruiters and expedited application processing.
Requires a list of countries unwilling to repatriate their citizens after U.S. military service and a study on deported non-citizen veterans.
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Print number: 117_HR_1183
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41]
Process start date: 2021-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Honoring the Oath Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1183.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes an advisory committee to review deportation cases of military members, veterans, and their families before final decisions are made.
  • Streamlines the U.S. citizenship application process for active-duty military personnel, their spouses, and minor children, including training for recruiters and expedited application processing.
  • Requires a list of countries unwilling to repatriate their citizens after U.S. military service and a study on deported non-citizen veterans.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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