HR 569119th CongressIntroduced

Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025

Introduced: Oct 29, 2025

Standard Summary

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The Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify birthright citizenship eligibility by narrowing the definition of 'subject to the jurisdiction' of the United States.

Key Points

1Amends Section 301 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to redefine birthright citizenship eligibility
2Establishes that individuals born in the U.S. are considered 'subject to the jurisdiction' only if at least one parent meets specific criteria
3Specifies that eligible parents must be U.S. citizens/nationals, lawful permanent residents, or aliens with lawful status performing active military service
4Includes a non-retroactivity provision ensuring the amendment does not affect individuals born before enactment
5Acknowledges the 14th Amendment's birthright citizenship right while clarifying jurisdiction requirements

Impact Areas

Immigration policy and citizenship lawChildren born to non-citizen parents in the U.S.Border security and immigration enforcementMilitary families with non-citizen members

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