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US reaffirms commitment to support refugees and displaced persons

The US House of Representatives reaffirms the country's commitment to helping people forced to leave their homes due to war or persecution. It highlights the importance of support and resettlement programs and calls for continued funding and international cooperation in this area.
Key points
The US reaffirms its commitment to promoting the safety and well-being of refugees.
The role of refugee resettlement programs is highlighted as an important foreign policy and security tool.
US authorities are called upon to continue funding refugee assistance and admit more people in need of resettlement.
Attention is drawn to the need to protect particularly vulnerable groups of refugees, including those who assisted US forces in Afghanistan.
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Print number: 117_HRES_490
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-06-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reaffirming the importance of the United States to promote the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HRES_490.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The US reaffirms its commitment to promoting the safety and well-being of refugees.
  • The role of refugee resettlement programs is highlighted as an important foreign policy and security tool.
  • US authorities are called upon to continue funding refugee assistance and admit more people in need of resettlement.
  • Attention is drawn to the need to protect particularly vulnerable groups of refugees, including those who assisted US forces in Afghanistan.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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Migration