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2030 Census: Mandatory Declaration of Dual Citizenship Status.

This bill mandates the inclusion of a new question in the Decennial Census, requiring respondents to declare if they hold dual citizenship. Starting with the 2030 Census, every household must indicate whether the respondent and their household members are citizens of both the United States and another country, and specify which country that is. This change expands the data collected by the government regarding citizenship status, potentially influencing future policy decisions and resource allocation.
Key points
Starting with the 2030 Decennial Census, questionnaires must include a question about dual citizenship status.
Respondents must indicate if they are citizens of both the U.S. and another country, and specify the other country.
This requirement applies to the respondent and all members of their household.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6486
Sponsor: Rep. Hamadeh, Abraham J. [R-AZ-8]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

MACA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6486.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Starting with the 2030 Decennial Census, questionnaires must include a question about dual citizenship status.
  • Respondents must indicate if they are citizens of both the U.S. and another country, and specify the other country.
  • This requirement applies to the respondent and all members of their household.
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. Hamadeh, Abraham J. [R-AZ-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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