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No Fees for US Citizen Evacuations from Crisis Situations Abroad

This act aims to ensure that U.S. citizens evacuated from crisis situations abroad by the Department of State will not be required to pay for the associated costs. This means that in times of danger overseas, the government will cover the expenses of returning home, providing significant financial relief to individuals in distress.
Key points
U.S. citizens evacuated from crisis situations abroad will not be charged for evacuation costs.
The U.S. Department of State will be responsible for covering all costs associated with government-assisted departure or evacuation.
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Print number: 118_HR_6123
Sponsor: Rep. Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-6]
Process start date: 2023-10-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bring Americans Home Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6123.

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 2023-10-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • U.S. citizens evacuated from crisis situations abroad will not be charged for evacuation costs.
  • The U.S. Department of State will be responsible for covering all costs associated with government-assisted departure or evacuation.
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. Palmer, Gary J. [R-AL-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 2025-12-25.

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