Adoptee Citizenship Act

The Adoptee Citizenship Act is a U.S. law that ensures foreign-born individuals adopted by American citizens can obtain U.S. citizenship. Many adoptees, particularly those adopted after a certain cutoff date, faced legal barriers to citizenship despite being raised in American families. This act removes those obstacles, providing a clear pathway to citizenship for these individuals. By acknowledging and addressing this issue, the law aims to promote fairness and secure the rights of adoptees, affirming their status as full members of their families and communities.