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Assessing Terrorist Threats from Prisoners Released in Afghanistan

This act requires the government to assess if individuals released from prisons in Afghanistan by the Taliban pose a threat to the safety of the United States. This aims to help evaluate risks and take actions to protect citizens from potential terrorist threats.
Key points
The government must assess the threat posed by prisoners released by the Taliban in Afghanistan.
The assessment will include the number released, their origin, and links to terrorist groups.
The government must report to Congress on how it tracks these individuals and what it's doing to prevent them from entering the U.S.
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Print number: 117_HR_5146
Sponsor: Rep. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11]
Process start date: 2021-08-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Afghanistan Withdrawal Threat Assessment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5146.

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 2021-08-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government must assess the threat posed by prisoners released by the Taliban in Afghanistan.
  • The assessment will include the number released, their origin, and links to terrorist groups.
  • The government must report to Congress on how it tracks these individuals and what it's doing to prevent them from entering the U.S.
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. Pfluger, August [R-TX-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Counterterrorism.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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