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H.R. 698

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Citizenship Reform Act of 2005
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Committee
Latest Action · March 2, 2005
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims.
Congress
109th (2005–2007)
Introduced
February 9, 2005
Cosponsors (87)
1D 86R
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Citizenship Reform Act of 2005 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to limit automatic citizenship at birth to a child born in the United States who: (1) was born in wedlock to a parent either of whom is a U.S. citizen or national, or is an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence who maintains such residence; or (2) was born out of wedlock to a mother who is a U.S. citizen or national, or is an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence who maintains such residence. Defines "born in wedlock" to exclude common law marriages.

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