Bill would tighten federal hiring rules for non-citizens
In committeeH.R. 9063Latest action
Sponsor: Nancy Mace · Representative · SC
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Official title: To amend title 5, United States Code, to restrict the employment in the Federal Government of individuals who are not citizens or nationals, and for other purposes.
119th Congress
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HR 9063 would limit federal jobs more strictly to U.S. citizens and nationals, reducing pathways for non-citizens to work in federal agencies.
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What does this do?
HR 9063 would tighten rules on who can work for the federal government by restricting employment more strictly to U.S. citizens and nationals. Current law allows some exceptions that permit certain non-citizens, such as lawful permanent residents, to hold federal jobs under specific circumstances. This bill would reduce or eliminate those exceptions, though which roles might still qualify and how current non-citizen workers would be handled remain unclear.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects non-citizens currently working for or seeking to work for federal agencies, including lawful permanent residents. It also affects federal agencies that hire or have pathways to hire non-citizens in certain roles.
Why does it matter?
Non-citizens who currently hold or are pursuing federal employment could lose eligibility or face new barriers under the changed rules. Federal agencies that rely on existing exceptions to fill certain positions would have fewer options for bringing on workers who are not U.S. citizens or nationals.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMay 29, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · May 29, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.