Sec. 801. Loss of nationality due to support of terrorism
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Section 349(a) of the Immigration and Nationality Act ( 8 U.S.C. 1481(a) ) is amended to read as follows: A person who is a national of the United States whether by birth or naturalization, shall lose his or her nationality by voluntarily performing any of the following acts with the intention of relinquishing United States nationality: Obtaining naturalization in a foreign state upon his or her own application or upon an application filed by a duly authorized agent, after having attained 18 years of age.
Taking an oath or making an affirmation or other formal declaration of allegiance to a foreign state, a political subdivision thereof, or a foreign terrorist organization designated under section 219, after having attained 18 years of age. Entering, or serving in, the armed forces of a foreign state or a foreign terrorist organization designated under section 219 if— such armed forces are engaged in hostilities against the United States; or such persons serve as a commissioned or noncommissioned officer.
Becoming a member of, or providing training or material assistance to, any foreign terrorist organization designated under section 219. Accepting, serving in, or performing the duties of any office, post, or employment under the government of a foreign state, a political subdivision thereof, or a foreign terrorist organization designated under section 219 if— the person knowingly has or acquires the nationality of such foreign state; or an oath, affirmation, or declaration of allegiance to the foreign state, political subdivision, or designated foreign terrorist organization is required for such office, post, or employment.
Making a formal renunciation of United States nationality before a diplomatic or consular officer of the United States in a foreign state, in such form as may be prescribed by the Secretary of State. Making in the United States a formal written renunciation of nationality in such form as may be prescribed by, and before such officer as may be designated by, the Attorney General, whenever the United States shall be in a state of war and the Attorney General shall approve such renunciation as not contrary to the interests of national defense.
Committing any act of treason against, or attempting by force to overthrow, or bearing arms against, the United States; violating or conspiring to violate any of the provisions of section 2383 of title 18, United States Code; willfully performing any act in violation of section 2385 of title 18, United States Code; or violating section 2384 of such title by engaging in a conspiracy to overthrow, put down, or to destroy by force the Government of the United States, or to levy war against them, if and when such person is convicted thereof by a court martial or by a court of competent jurisdiction. .
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