arrow_back Back to App

Diplomacy Reform: Faster Visas, Buy American Rules, and Border Security

This bill aims to improve citizen services by reducing visa interview wait times and prohibiting funding for COVID-19 vaccination travel mandates. It also prioritizes American businesses in government procurement and strengthens security by denying passports to individuals supporting terrorism.
Key points
Sets a goal to interview 80% of non-immigrant visa applicants within three weeks of application receipt.
Prohibits the use of funds to enforce COVID-19 vaccination mandates for individuals traveling outside the United States.
Mandates the denial or revocation of passports for individuals determined to be aiding foreign terrorist organizations.
Requires the State Department to prioritize purchasing American-made goods and services whenever available.
Establishes a sports diplomacy strategy to streamline visa processing for athletes and visitors for upcoming major sporting events in the US.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Introduced
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5300
Sponsor: Rep. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21]
Process start date: 2025-09-11
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-3-pro-preview
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Department of State Policy Provisions Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5300.

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 2025-09-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Sets a goal to interview 80% of non-immigrant visa applicants within three weeks of application receipt.
  • Prohibits the use of funds to enforce COVID-19 vaccination mandates for individuals traveling outside the United States.
  • Mandates the denial or revocation of passports for individuals determined to be aiding foreign terrorist organizations.
  • Requires the State Department to prioritize purchasing American-made goods and services whenever available.
  • Establishes a sports diplomacy strategy to streamline visa processing for athletes and visitors for upcoming major sporting events in the US.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Mast, Brian J. [R-FL-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 24.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-19.

CATEGORIES

Security Migration Economy