HR. 449In Committee
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to waive certain naturalization requirements for United States nationals, and for other purposes.
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Waives selected naturalization requirements so eligible U.S. nationals and certain children of U.S. citizens can gain citizenship through residence and physical presence in an outlying possession
Key points
- Amend naturalization residence rules
- Allow outlying possession presence
- Waive English proficiency requirements
- Waive public ceremony requirements
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-15 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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