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Enhanced Monitoring of US Citizen Deaths Abroad

This new act aims to improve the monitoring of US citizen deaths outside the country. The State Department will regularly share death reports with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), allowing for a better understanding of the causes and circumstances of these events. This is intended to enhance safety and support for families of citizens abroad.
Key points
The State Department will provide the CDC with copies of reports on US citizen deaths abroad.
The CDC will expand its programs for surveillance of US citizen deaths outside the country.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7216
Sponsor: Rep. Maloney, Sean Patrick [D-NY-18]
Process start date: 2022-03-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Students Abroad Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7216.

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 2022-03-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The State Department will provide the CDC with copies of reports on US citizen deaths abroad.
  • The CDC will expand its programs for surveillance of US citizen deaths outside the country.
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, Sean Patrick [D-NY-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Security