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Ban on Birth Tourism: New US Entry Rules

This new act aims to restrict entry to the U.S. for individuals whose primary purpose is to give birth to a child to obtain U.S. citizenship for them. It does not apply to those seeking legitimate medical treatment related to childbirth if obtaining citizenship for the child is not their main goal. These changes may affect travel and stay plans in the U.S. for some foreign nationals.
Key points
Individuals whose primary purpose for entering the U.S. is to give birth to a child for the purpose of obtaining citizenship for that child may be deemed inadmissible.
The act does not apply to individuals seeking legitimate medical treatment related to childbirth, provided that obtaining citizenship for the child is not their primary purpose.
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Print number: 117_S_17
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2021-01-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ban Birth Tourism Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_17.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals whose primary purpose for entering the U.S. is to give birth to a child for the purpose of obtaining citizenship for that child may be deemed inadmissible.
  • The act does not apply to individuals seeking legitimate medical treatment related to childbirth, provided that obtaining citizenship for the child is not their primary purpose.
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 Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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