Government is our servant, not our master.
Your gov’t “approval” or “eligibility” is based on a simple premise. Are you a citizen of this country or legal resident?
Are you 21? you can buy a scotch and soda.
Are you 18 and legal? You can vote.
Are you male? You can use the men’s room.
Do you have a driver’s license? You can drive.
Do you have a passport? You can travel abroad.
Do you work? you pay taxes.
Are you a vet? You can get the GI bill.