Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to prohibit any person who has citizenship or nationality of, or otherwise owes allegiance to, a country other than the United States from serving as a Representative or Senator in Congress, a Judge of the Supreme Court or any inferior court, an Ambassador, public Minister or Consul, or any other officer of the United States which requires the advice and consent of the Senate, or the President or Vice President unless the person formally and permanently relinquishes such citizenship, nationality, or allegiance.
Bill Summary
Requires people with dual citizenship to give up their non-US citizenship to hold certain high-level government jobs, including Congress, Supreme Court, and President. Bans individuals with allegiance to another country from holding these positions unless they relinquish that allegiance.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 3, 2026
- Jun 3, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects individuals with dual citizenship who want to hold high-level government jobs, requiring them to choose between their US citizenship and their other citizenship. It also impacts foreign-born individuals who have become naturalized US citizens but still hold allegiance to their country of origin, as they would be barred from these government positions unless they formally renounce their previous citizenship or allegiance.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Republican1
Documents
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Bill Details
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