Republican Lawmakers Propose New Limits on Birthright Citizenship to Curb Birth Tourism
Republican lawmakers are drafting new legislation to challenge birthright citizenship by targeting the birth tourism industry. This effort aims to redefine the jurisdiction clause of the 14th Amendment to ensure that citizenship is not treated as a commodity. The proposed changes would restrict automatic citizenship to children with at least one parent who is a citizen, a permanent resident, or an active-duty military member. This movement follows the introduction of the Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025, which remains in committee. While proponents argue these measures protect the value of American citizenship, critics contend that the rhetoric surrounding the issue is politically motivated.
