House bill proposes requirement that members of Congress be natural born citizens
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A member of the House of Representatives has introduced a bill to amend the U.S. Constitution. The proposed amendment would change the eligibility requirements for serving in Congress.
Why it matters: This is a procedural change to constitutional eligibility requirements; it does not take effect unless passed by Congress and ratified by the states.
Who it affects
- current members of the House of Representatives who are naturalized citizens
This information comes from Congress.gov; please consult the official text before relying on it.
Agency: House
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document