Corporal Fernando Ruiz Baltazar Posthumous Citizenship Act of 2025

# Corporal Fernando Ruiz Baltazar Posthumous Citizenship Act of 2025 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would grant U.S. citizenship posthumously to Corporal Fernando Ruiz Baltazar, a member of the U.S. military who died while serving. Posthumous citizenship is a special honor that recognizes military service and sacrifice. The bill allows someone who was not a citizen at the time of their death to be recognized as a U.S.

citizen after they have passed away. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill directly recognizes Corporal Baltazar's service and would honor his memory and family. It was introduced by Representative Gilbert Ray Cisneros (D-CA) in the 119th Congress. Currently, the bill remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full vote in the House of Representatives. Without additional information about Corporal Baltazar's specific circumstances, further details about his service branch or when he died are not available from this bill summary.