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Congress Members Dual Citizenship Disclosure Requirement

This new act mandates that Members of Congress with dual citizenship disclose their foreign national status to ethics committees. The aim is to enhance transparency and public trust in legislative officials. Citizens will gain more complete information about their representatives' potential affiliations.
Key points
Members of Congress who are foreign nationals must file a statement within 90 days of taking office.
Failure to file or a defective statement may result in a penalty of up to $2,500.
The act applies to the 119th Congress and subsequent Congresses, promoting government transparency.
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Print number: 118_HR_7484
Sponsor: Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Dual Citizenship Disclosure Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7484.

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 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of Congress who are foreign nationals must file a statement within 90 days of taking office.
  • Failure to file or a defective statement may result in a penalty of up to $2,500.
  • The act applies to the 119th Congress and subsequent Congresses, promoting government transparency.
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. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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