Bills/S. 646

Born in the USA Act

Born in the USA Act

In CommitteeImmigrationSenateSenate Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · Senate
Introduced
Committee
Passed House
Passed Senate
Passed Both
Signed

Plain Language Summary

# Born in the USA Act (S 646) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Born in the USA Act would address citizenship documentation for Americans born abroad to U.S. citizen parents. While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to streamline the process for obtaining proof of U.S. citizenship for individuals born outside the United States to American parents—a process that currently can be complex and time-consuming. **Who It Affects** This legislation would primarily affect U.S.

citizens born abroad (such as children of military personnel, diplomats, or expats) and their families who need to obtain citizenship documentation. The bill could also impact government agencies responsible for issuing citizenship certificates. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee review, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet moved forward to a floor vote. As a Senate bill sponsored by Senator Jacky Rosen (D-NV), it would need committee approval and broader Senate support to advance further. Without the full text available, it's difficult to provide more specific details about the exact changes being proposed.

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Latest Action

February 20, 2025

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsor

D
Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
D-NV · Senate
19 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
February 20, 2025
Last Updated
February 20, 2025
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