Support for Families of Fallen Officers

Official: Kerrie Orozco First Responders Family Support Act

IntroducedJune 9, 2025

Why This Matters

This bill helps the families of public safety officers who die while on duty by making it easier for them to become U.S. citizens. It recognizes their sacrifice and provides a path to citizenship without the usual residency requirements.

If you are a family member of a fallen public safety officer, you could gain U.S. citizenship more easily under this bill.

Affects: Surviving spouses, children, and parents of public safety officers who die from job-related injuries or illnesses.

What changes is this bill making?

1. This bill allows immediate relatives of public safety officers who die in the line of duty to apply for U.S. citizenship. 2. Surviving spouses, children, and parents can be naturalized without needing to meet residency or physical presence requirements. 3. The bill defines public safety officers to include those who serve in law enforcement, firefighting, and emergency services. 4. It aims to support families who lose loved ones while serving their communities.

Who is affected?

Surviving spouses, children, and parents of public safety officers who die from job-related injuries or illnesses.