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H.R. 1567 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Citizenship Reform Act of 2003

H.R. 1567 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Apr 2, 2003, sponsored by Nathan Deal with 30 co-sponsors.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Apr 2, 2003
Co-sponsors
30
Policy area
Immigration

What it does

Citizenship Reform Act of 2003 - 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.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Nathan Deal (R-GA). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat, 29 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 2, 2003
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border Security, and Claims. (May 5, 2003)

Other Immigration bills in the 108th Congress

Committees

  • Judiciary Committee

More

From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 1567 (108th Congress): Citizenship Reform Act of 2003,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/108-hr-1567/citizenship-reform-act-of-2003 (accessed 2026-10-17).