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Fee-Free Passports for First Responders in Foreign Missions

This act waives passport fees for U.S. first responders traveling abroad to assist countries affected by natural disasters. This aims to facilitate rapid disaster response and support international humanitarian efforts, reducing financial burdens for those providing aid.
Key points
Waiver of passport fees for first responders (including volunteers) traveling to disaster-stricken countries within 7 days of the event.
Applies to individuals operating under U.S. Government contracts or agreements who must be ready for immediate deployment.
The Department of State will report on the number of such fee waivers.
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Print number: 118_HR_5620
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2023-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

First Responders Passport Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5620.

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 2023-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Waiver of passport fees for first responders (including volunteers) traveling to disaster-stricken countries within 7 days of the event.
  • Applies to individuals operating under U.S. Government contracts or agreements who must be ready for immediate deployment.
  • The Department of State will report on the number of such fee waivers.
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. Issa, Darrell E. [R-CA-48].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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