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Commission on Americans Living Abroad: Studying Laws and Policies Impact

This act establishes a commission to study how U.S. laws and policies affect American citizens living in foreign countries. The goal is to identify challenges and propose changes to improve the lives of Americans abroad, including financial matters, voting, and access to federal programs.
Key points
Establishes a commission to study the impact of U.S. laws on citizens living abroad.
Analysis will cover tax requirements, access to financial institutions, voting processes, and federal programs (e.g., Social Security, Medicare).
The commission will submit reports with recommendations to the President and Congress to improve the situation for Americans overseas.
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Print number: 117_HR_5800
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2021-11-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5800.

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 2021-11-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a commission to study the impact of U.S. laws on citizens living abroad.
  • Analysis will cover tax requirements, access to financial institutions, voting processes, and federal programs (e.g., Social Security, Medicare).
  • The commission will submit reports with recommendations to the President and Congress to improve the situation for Americans overseas.
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. Maloney, Carolyn B. [D-NY-12].

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 2025-12-28.

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