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Automatic US Citizenship for Internationally Adopted Individuals

This act aims to grant automatic U.S. citizenship to individuals adopted internationally by U.S. citizens who had not previously acquired it. It applies to those residing both within and outside the U.S., under specific conditions. These changes can significantly simplify life for many families and provide legal stability for adopted children.
Key points
Automatic citizenship for individuals adopted by U.S. citizens before age 18 who never previously acquired it.
Adopted individuals residing outside the U.S. can obtain citizenship upon lawful entry into the United States.
A criminal background check is required for individuals residing outside the U.S. before visa issuance.
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Print number: 117_HR_1593
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9]
Process start date: 2021-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Adoptee Citizenship Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1593.

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 2021-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Automatic citizenship for individuals adopted by U.S. citizens before age 18 who never previously acquired it.
  • Adopted individuals residing outside the U.S. can obtain citizenship upon lawful entry into the United States.
  • A criminal background check is required for individuals residing outside the U.S. before visa issuance.
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. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9].

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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