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H.R.140: Birthright Citizenship Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced Jan. 3, 2019
- Latest Major Action Jan. 3, 2019
- See the eight similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
31 (All Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - Jan. 3, 2019
Bill Summary
Birthright Citizenship Act of 2019 This bill limits birthright citizenship by redefining what it means to be "subject to the jurisdiction" of the United States. Currently, a person born in the United States and subject to U.S. jurisdiction is entitled to citizenship. Under the bill, a person is subject to U.S. jurisdiction if he or she is born to a parent who is (1) a U.S. citizen or national, (2) a lawful permanent resident residing in the...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Jan. 3, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Jan. 3, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
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Jan. 3, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Steve King (R-Iowa) |