adminCongressman Abe Hamadeh is taking bold action to hold the federal bureaucracy accountable by introducing legislation that would require federal civilian career employees to pass a citizenship test as a condition of employment. The bill, introduced in the House on January 15, 2026, was immediately referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform — a clear sign that our representatives are finally addressing the loyalties and competence of those who administer taxpayer-funded programs.
This is not political theater; H.R.7102 targets a real problem: career civil servants wield enormous power over the lives of Americans and should be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the Constitution and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. The official congressional record shows the bill’s introduction and intent, even as the detailed text is still being made available, which means the idea is moving through the system and deserves public attention and support.
Hamadeh is not drifting from principle — he has a consistent record pushing for policies that reinforce American sovereignty and civic unity, from proposing English-only voting measures to asking for clarity on dual allegiances in the census. These are common-sense, patriotic proposals meant to strengthen national cohesion and ensure that government serves Americans first, not special interests or foreign powers.
Predictably, the bureaucratic left and their union allies will howl about “discrimination” or “red tape,” but let’s be honest: asking federal employees to pass the same kind of citizenship knowledge test that new Americans take is not radical — it’s accountability. The American people pay their salaries and deserve certainty that those entrusted with public power understand the founding principles and legal framework of our republic.
For those worried about implementation, Congress has a responsibility to draft reasonable standards and transition rules so honest, hardworking federal employees who love America aren’t unfairly targeted. This is about competence and loyalty, not witch hunts; Congress should set clear, fair metrics that protect taxpayers while removing political operatives who weaponize permanent government for partisan ends.
If you believe the federal government should answer to the people it serves, now is the time to make your voice heard — call your representatives, stand with lawmakers who demand accountability, and refuse to let unelected bureaucrats dictate policy with no test of allegiance. Congressman Hamadeh’s bill is a necessary step toward restoring trust in institutions that have drifted from serving the American people, and patriots everywhere should rally behind it.
