H.R. 1714 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
Armed Forces Citizenship Act of 2003
H.R. 1714 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Apr 10, 2003, sponsored by Doc Hastings with 35 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 10, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 35
- Policy area
- Immigration
What it does
Armed Forces Citizenship Act of 2003 - Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act respecting naturalization through service in the armed forces to: (1) eliminate the three-year service requirement; (2) prohibit the imposition of a naturalization fee; (3) provide for overseas naturalization proceedings for members of the armed forces; and (4) provide for revocation of citizenship for separation from military service under other…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Doc Hastings (R-WA). Co-sponsors: 10 Democrats, 25 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 10, 2003
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Subcommittee Hearings Held. (May 6, 2003)
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- H.R. 603: To provide for adjustment of immigration status for certain aliens granted temporary protected…
- S. 783: A bill to expedite the granting of posthumous citizenship to members of the United States Armed…
- H.R. 1275: To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to change the requirements for naturalization to…
Committees
- Judiciary Committee
More
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