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Free Evacuation Travel for US Citizens Leaving Israel: Waiver of Fees.

This law waives the requirement for US citizens and permanent residents evacuated from Israel by the State Department following the October 7, 2023, attacks to repay the government for their travel costs. This provides direct financial relief to those affected by the conflict during fiscal year 2024. It also mandates a study on making all future emergency evacuations worldwide cost-free.
Key points
US citizens and permanent residents evacuated from Israel in fiscal year 2024 will not be charged for government-organized travel, providing immediate financial benefit.
The State Department must analyze the feasibility and costs of providing free evacuation travel in all future global crises.
The Act authorizes $2 million for the State Department to carry out its activities related to these evacuations in fiscal year 2024.
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Print number: 118_S_3299
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2023-11-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Saving Americans in Foreign Evacuations (SAFE) Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3299.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • US citizens and permanent residents evacuated from Israel in fiscal year 2024 will not be charged for government-organized travel, providing immediate financial benefit.
  • The State Department must analyze the feasibility and costs of providing free evacuation travel in all future global crises.
  • The Act authorizes $2 million for the State Department to carry out its activities related to these evacuations in fiscal year 2024.
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 Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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