BAN Act
Latest action (22 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
**H.R. 9876 — Birthright Abuse and Nationality Act (BAN Act)**
This bill would create a new federal definition of "birth tourism" — traveling to the United States primarily so a child can be born without having a parent who is a U.S. national — and use it to add new immigration restrictions. It would make foreign nationals inadmissible to the United States if they are seeking entry to engage in birth tourism, and would also make certain family members inadmissible if they knowingly participate in or facilitate it. Immigration officers would be directed to weigh factors such as pregnancy trimester, expected delivery date, and temporary visa status when assessing whether someone is seeking entry for this purpose. The bill exempts travel for medical treatment deemed necessary by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
The bill also creates new federal crimes: an alien who conceals a pregnancy or misrepresents facts to gain entry for birth tourism could face up to 10 years in prison, and individuals or businesses that organize, advertise, finance, or otherwise facilitate commercial birth tourism operations could face the same penalty. Courts would be authorized to order removal at sentencing. The measure primarily affects pregnant foreign nationals seeking U.S. entry, their family members, and companies or agencies marketing birth-tourism travel packages.
The bill was introduced by Rep. John W. Rose on July 22, 2026, and referred to the House Judiciary Committee. It has not yet received a committee vote, floor action, or further congressional consideration.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 22, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9876 do?
- **H.R. 9876 — Birthright Abuse and Nationality Act (BAN Act)** This bill would create a new federal definition of "birth tourism" — traveling to the United States primarily so a child can be born without having a parent who is a U.S. national — and use it to add new immigration restrictions. It would make foreign nationals inadmissible to the United States if they are seeking entry to engage in birth tourism, and would also make certain family members inadmissible if they knowingly participate in or facilitate it. Immigration officers would be directed to weigh factors such as pregnancy trimester, expected delivery date, and temporary visa status when assessing whether someone is seeking entry for this purpose. The bill exempts travel for medical treatment deemed necessary by the Secretary of Health and Human Services. The bill also creates new federal crimes: an alien who conceals a pregnancy or misrepresents facts to gain entry for birth tourism could face up to 10 years in prison, and individuals or businesses that organize, advertise, finance, or otherwise facilitate commercial birth tourism operations could face the same penalty. Courts would be authorized to order removal at sentencing. The measure primarily affects pregnant foreign nationals seeking U.S. entry, their family members, and companies or agencies marketing birth-tourism travel packages. The bill was introduced by Rep. John W. Rose on July 22, 2026, and referred to the House Judiciary Committee. It has not yet received a committee vote, floor action, or further congressional consideration.
- Has H.R. 9876 become law?
- Not yet. As of 22 Jul 2026, H.R. 9876 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9876?
- H.R. 9876 was sponsored by Rep. John W. Rose [R-TN6] (Republican-TN), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9876?
- Introduced (22 Jul 2026).
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