Limiting Birthright Citizenship for Children of Undocumented Immigrants and Diplomats
This bill aims to change the rules for granting U.S. citizenship based on birth within the United States. If enacted, children born in the U.S. to parents who are unlawfully present, diplomats, or hostile actors would no longer automatically receive citizenship. This change could significantly impact the legal status and future of thousands of children born in the U.S. whose parents lack legal immigration status.
Key points
Children born in the U.S. to parents unlawfully present in the country will not automatically be considered U.S. citizens.
Exclusion from birthright citizenship also applies to children of foreign diplomats and individuals engaged in hostile operations against the U.S.
The Act seeks to codify and expand common law exceptions to the principle of birthright citizenship (jus soli), based on allegiance and obedience to the U.S.
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