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Automatic Fee Waivers for Essential Documents After Major Disasters.

This law mandates the automatic waiver of replacement fees for critical documents, such as passports and licenses, for individuals affected by major disasters. If your home was destroyed and you qualify for federal assistance, you will not have to pay to replace these essential documents. This change aims to reduce the financial burden and speed up recovery after a natural catastrophe.
Key points
Financial Relief: The federal government must automatically waive fees for replacing destroyed passports and other critical documents following a major disaster declaration.
Eligibility Requirement: The fee waiver applies specifically to individuals and households receiving assistance under the Federal Individuals and Households Program (IHP).
Public Awareness: The Department of State and USCIS are required to publicly announce the availability of these fee waivers on their websites.
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Print number: 118_S_5281
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

REPLACE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5281.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Financial Relief: The federal government must automatically waive fees for replacing destroyed passports and other critical documents following a major disaster declaration.
  • Eligibility Requirement: The fee waiver applies specifically to individuals and households receiving assistance under the Federal Individuals and Households Program (IHP).
  • Public Awareness: The Department of State and USCIS are required to publicly announce the availability of these fee waivers on their websites.
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. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

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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