The official name is actually Constitution and Citizenship Day. A day for American citizens, whether natural born or naturalized, to celebrate and take pride in their citizenship. This day also marks the first day of Constitution Week. President Obama issued a proclamation today recognizing both events.
USCIS conducted naturalization ceremonies around the world today, administering the Oath of Allegiance to over 8,400 individuals during 72 ceremonies. These new citizens will benefit for all of the rights and privileges of citizenship, but they also have new responsibilities, too. Find out what those new responsibilities include.
In addition, USCIS Director Alejandro Mayorkas announced a total of $1.2 million in grants for 13 organizations to support citizenship preparation programs for legal permanent residents. The funding will be used in programs that help permanent residents improve English language skills, gain knowledge of U.S. history and government and prepare for the naturalization application and interview process.
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