GOP Bill Seeks to Deny Citizenship for Certain Immigrants

House Republicans introduce legislation to permanently ban illegal immigrants from obtaining US citizenship, intensifying the battle over immigration policy as lawmakers propose drastic measures to deter unlawful entry.

Quick Takes

The No Citizenship for Alien Invaders Act would amend federal law to make any person who entered the country illegally permanently ineligible for naturalization.
Rep. Cory Mills (R-FL) leads the effort with support from several GOP colleagues including Reps. Josh Brecheen, Anna Paulina Luna, and Andy Harris.
The bill follows a reported 98% reduction in illegal border crossings under the Trump administration.
A companion proposal, the PARENT Act, aims to limit birthright citizenship to children of citizens and legal permanent residents.
Republicans hope to get the legislation to President Trump’s desk by Memorial Day, though it faces likely Democratic opposition in the Senate.

Republicans Target Pathway to Citizenship

Representative Cory Mills of Florida has introduced what may be the most stringent immigration proposal in recent years. The No Citizenship for Alien Invaders Act would permanently bar anyone who entered the United States illegally from ever becoming a US citizen. The bill seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, closing what supporters describe as a significant loophole in current immigration law that eventually allows even those who broke immigration laws to naturalize after meeting other requirements.

The legislation has gained support from several Republican colleagues. Co-sponsors include Representatives Josh Brecheen of Oklahoma, Anna Paulina Luna of Florida, and Andy Harris of Maryland. Together, they aim to make this bill part of a broader immigration enforcement agenda with a target of reaching President Trump’s desk by Memorial Day, according to reports.

Rep. Cory Mills has introduced the “No Citizenship for Alien Invaders Act,” a bill that would permanently bar all illegal aliens from ever receiving US citizenship.

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Companion Legislation Takes Aim at Birthright Citizenship

Representative Mills has also introduced the PARENT Act, which addresses birthright citizenship by requiring at least one parent to be a US citizen or a lawful permanent resident for a child born in the United States to receive automatic citizenship. This bill parallels separate efforts by Representative Brian Babin of Texas, who has introduced legislation specifically aimed at ending birthright citizenship for children of illegal aliens, a practice critics have labeled “birth tourism.”

The legislative push builds upon President Trump’s previous executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship, which faces significant legal challenges. The new congressional approach seeks to establish these restrictions through legislation rather than executive action. According to supporters, these measures are necessary to uphold the integrity of US immigration law and discourage illegal entry.

Border Crisis and Political Outlook

Lawmakers pushing the legislation cite US Customs and Border Protection statistics, which reported 2.9 million encounters with illegal immigrants in fiscal year 2024. However, proponents also note that illegal border crossings have decreased significantly under the new Trump administration, with some reports claiming a 98% reduction. Last year, approximately 818,500 people became naturalized US citizens through legal pathways.

While the legislation may find support in the Republican-controlled House, it faces significant hurdles in the Senate, where it would likely require 60 votes to overcome a Democratic filibuster. The bill is part of a series of smaller measures Republicans are advancing to enhance border security and immigration enforcement, aligning with President Trump’s broader immigration agenda. Despite potential legislative obstacles, supporters view these proposals as essential to establishing clearer consequences for illegal entry and protecting the value of legal immigration channels.