Children born in the U.S. would only be citizens at birth if at least one parent is a citizen, green card holder, or active-duty service member with legal status. The change would apply only going forward, not to anyone already born.
Modern Action explains legislation in plain English, helps you choose whether to support, oppose, or ask for changes, and drafts a message tied to the bill, your stance, and the elected officials who can act on it.
Birthright Citizenship Act of 2025 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Latest action on H.R. 569: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who this affects: The biggest impact falls on children born in the U.S. to parents who are both undocumented or lack the specific legal statuses listed in the bill. These children would not automatically become citizens. Families with mixed immigration status -- where one parent qualifies but the other does not -- would still pass citizenship to their child.
Why this matters: Birthright citizenship has been a cornerstone of American law since the Fourteenth Amendment was ratified in 1868. This bill attempts to narrow that right through a statutory change rather than a constitutional amendment. If enacted, it would be one of the most significant changes to U.S. citizenship law in modern history and would almost certainly trigger major legal battles over whether Congress can redefine constitutional language by statute.
You do not have to start with a blank letter. Modern Action turns the bill, your position, and the relevant congressional context into a message you can edit and send. The goal is to make contacting Congress clear, specific, and useful without forcing you to parse bill text or figure out the right office on your own.
Keep acting on Modern Action
Compare the broader issue and related bills without leaving Modern Action.
