Emergency Funds for Capitol Security, Refugee Aid, and Afghan Allies.
This act provides emergency supplemental appropriations for various purposes, including enhancing security at the U.S. Capitol following the January 6, 2021 events, offering humanitarian assistance to Afghan refugees, and expanding the special immigrant visa program for Afghan allies. It also covers costs related to the protection of the President-elect.
Key points
Capitol Security Enhancement: Provides additional funds for Capitol Police salaries, bonuses, equipment, and wellness programs.
Afghan Refugee and Ally Support: Allocates funds for humanitarian aid in Afghanistan and extends the special immigrant visa program for Afghan individuals who assisted the U.S. government.
Visa Process Streamlining: Allows for a waiver of medical examination requirements for Afghan allies before entry, with a mandate for examination post-arrival.
Family Support: Extends special immigrant status eligibility to surviving spouses and children of U.S. government employees abroad.
President-elect Protection Reimbursement: Reimburses state and local law enforcement for extraordinary costs incurred protecting the President-elect.
2021-07-29
For
416
Against
11
Abstain
0
Full voting results
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3237
Sponsor: Rep. DeLauro, Rosa L. [D-CT-3]
Process start date: 2021-05-14
Voting date: 2021-07-29
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 250