SCAM Act Stop Citizenship Abuse and Misrepresentation Act
To expand and clarify the grounds for civil denaturalization proceedings for individuals who have defrauded a governmental program, joined a terrorist organization, or committed certain criminal offenses.
This bill, HB7156, proposes to establish stricter criteria for civil denaturalization, which is the process of revoking U.S. citizenship. The bill aims to target individuals who have committed fraud against government programs, joined terrorist organizations, or have been convicted of certain serious crimes. If passed, these individuals could face the loss of their citizenship as a consequence of their actions.
The bill would primarily affect individuals who have committed these specific offenses. It seeks to ensure that those who abuse the privileges of citizenship are held accountable and that the integrity of governmental programs and national security are protected. This could lead to the denaturalization and potential deportation of individuals who have committed these acts.
As of the last update on January 20, 2026, HB7156 has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. This means that the bill is in the initial stages of the legislative process, where it will be reviewed and potentially revised before moving to a vote. No further actions have been recorded yet.
