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Ukraine Evacuee Aid: No Repayment for US Repatriation Travel

This act exempts U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents evacuated from Ukraine from repaying travel expenses to the United States. This means individuals will not be charged for return flights arranged by the State Department, and any prior repayment obligations will be voided. The act aims to facilitate their return during a difficult situation.
Key points
No travel fees: U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents evacuated from Ukraine will not have to pay for their transportation back to the United States.
Debt cancellation: Any previous obligations to repay evacuation costs will be nullified.
COVID-19 test waiver: Evacuees will not be denied a flight due to inability to meet COVID-19 testing requirements.
Temporary measure: These provisions are effective for six months from the act's enactment date.
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Print number: 117_HR_6754
Sponsor: Rep. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6]
Process start date: 2022-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RETURN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6754.

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 2022-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No travel fees: U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents evacuated from Ukraine will not have to pay for their transportation back to the United States.
  • Debt cancellation: Any previous obligations to repay evacuation costs will be nullified.
  • COVID-19 test waiver: Evacuees will not be denied a flight due to inability to meet COVID-19 testing requirements.
  • Temporary measure: These provisions are effective for six months from the act's enactment date.
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. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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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