Some older immigrants would take civics test in English; disability waivers for citizenship would end
This bill would change who qualifies for certain exceptions when applying for U.S. citizenship. It would require lawful permanent residents aged 65 or older with at least 20 years of residency to take the civics test in English, removing their current option to take it in another language. It would also end the waiver for English and civics tests, and the oath requirement, for individuals with certain disabilities.
Today, lawful permanent residents aged 65 or older with at least 20 years of residency can take the civics test in their native language. Also, individuals with certain disabilities can get a waiver for the English language and civics tests, and the oath requirement. This bill would eliminate these exceptions, requiring the 65+/20 group to take the civics test in English and removing the disability waiver for all related requirements.
HR 9742 · 119th Congress · July 16, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 8/10
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