What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 8234.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-02.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr8234/BILLS-118hr8234rfs.htm

Is this summary verified?

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

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6123)

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 8234

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Passport Application Modernization: New Agents and Expiration Date Alignment.

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Expanded Acceptance Agents: Notaries employed by established companies can now be designated to accept passport applications, increasing accessibility. Faster Courier Services: The law requires increasing the number of certified courier companies and their daily application submission limits to speed up urgent processing. Simplified Expiration Date: New passports will expire on the same month and day as the passport holder's date of birth.

This act aims to streamline the passport application process by authorizing the designation of additional acceptance agents, including notaries employed by reputable companies. It also mandates improvements to hand-carry courier services to speed up application processing. Crucially, new passports will expire on the holder's birth month and day, simplifying renewal tracking for citizens.

Key points

Expanded Acceptance Agents: Notaries employed by established companies can now be designated to accept passport applications, increasing accessibility.

Faster Courier Services: The law requires increasing the number of certified courier companies and their daily application submission limits to speed up urgent processing.

Simplified Expiration Date: New passports will expire on the same month and day as the passport holder's date of birth.

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Additional Information

To authorize the Secretary of State to designate additional persons eligible to serve as passport acceptance agents, and for other purposes.

Print number: HR 8234

Sponsor: Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]

Process start date: 2024-05-02

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