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Prohibiting Non-Citizens from Voting in US Elections

A proposed amendment to the US Constitution aims to prohibit individuals who are not US citizens from voting in federal, state, or local elections. If ratified, this change would ensure that only US citizens can participate in all levels of voting, potentially impacting the electorate and election outcomes.
Key points
Only US citizens would be allowed to vote in elections for public office at federal, state, and local levels.
The prohibition on voting would also extend to ballot initiatives and referendums.
Congress would have the power to enforce this article through appropriate legislation.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HJRES_107
Sponsor: Rep. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24]
Process start date: 2025-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit voting in Federal, State, or local elections by individuals who are not citizens of the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HJRES_107.

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 2025-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Only US citizens would be allowed to vote in elections for public office at federal, state, and local levels.
  • The prohibition on voting would also extend to ballot initiatives and referendums.
  • Congress would have the power to enforce this article through appropriate legislation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Tenney, Claudia [R-NY-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-21.

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