PARENT Act of 2025

This bill would change who gets U.S. citizenship at birth. A baby born in the United States would be a citizen at birth only if at least one parent is a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident (a green card holder). If neither parent is a citizen or a lawful permanent resident, the baby would not automatically be a U.S. citizen.

This change would only apply to children born after the law takes effect. It would not change the status of people born before that date.

Key points

• Who is affected: Babies born in the U.S. after the law takes effect, and their parents.
• What changes: Birthright citizenship would require at least one parent to be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
• When: Applies to people born after the date the law is enacted.