Ban Birth Tourism Act

# Ban Birth Tourism Act Summary **What the bill would do:** The Ban Birth Tourism Act would prohibit non-citizens from entering the United States with the primary intent of giving birth so their child can obtain U.S. citizenship. If passed, it would create legal consequences for those engaged in birth tourism and likely establish new enforcement mechanisms at borders and immigration points. **Who it affects:** This bill would primarily affect pregnant non-citizens and foreign nationals who travel to the U.S. to give birth, as well as businesses that market birth tourism services.

It could also impact hospitals and healthcare providers who treat these patients. Children born under these circumstances would not be affected retroactively, as the bill addresses future cases. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee (S 1812) in the 119th Congress, sponsored by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-TN). It has not yet advanced to a floor vote. The full text and specific enforcement provisions are not detailed in the available information provided.