To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend honorary citizenship to otherwise qualified noncitizens who enlisted in the Philippines and died while serving on active duty with the United States Armed Forces during certain periods of hostilities, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 6501

Bill 117 hr 6501, also known as the Honorary Citizenship for Filipino Veterans Act, aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend honorary citizenship to noncitizens who enlisted in the Philippines and died while serving on active duty with the United States Armed Forces during certain periods of hostilities.

The bill recognizes the sacrifices made by Filipino veterans who fought alongside American troops during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. These veterans played a crucial role in defending the United States and its interests, yet they have not been granted the same recognition as American citizens.

If passed, the bill would grant honorary citizenship to these Filipino veterans posthumously, allowing them to be officially recognized for their service and sacrifice. This would provide a sense of closure and honor to the families of these veterans, as well as acknowledge the important contributions made by Filipino soldiers to the United States military. In addition to extending honorary citizenship, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the immigration and nationality of noncitizen veterans. Overall, the Honorary Citizenship for Filipino Veterans Act seeks to rectify the lack of recognition and appreciation for the service of Filipino veterans who fought bravely alongside American troops in times of war.

Congressional Summary of HR 6501

This bill extends posthumous citizenship to an otherwise qualified noncitizen who enlisted, reenlisted, extended enlistment, or was inducted into the U.S. Armed Forces in the Philippines and died as a result of such active duty service during the period beginning September 1, 1939, and ending December 31, 1946.

The executive department under which an individual served must determine whether the individual satisfied the requirements for posthumous citizenship under this bill.

Specified naturalization and other posthumous benefit provisions shall not apply to the surviving spouse, child, or parent of such an individual.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6501

Bill HR 6501 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 25, 2022. Bill HR 6501 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 25, 2022. Bill HR 6501's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6501

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6501

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6501

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend honorary citizenship to otherwise qualified noncitizens who enlisted in the Philippines and died while serving on active duty with the United States Armed Forces during certain periods of hostilities, and for other purposes.