What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 8004.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-19.

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: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr8004/BILLS-119hr8004ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-04-03.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6].

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: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 8004

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Leave No Americans Behind Act: Elimination of Repatriation Loan Program

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Eliminates the State Department's repatriation loan program. Removes the requirement for evacuated persons to reimburse the government for evacuation costs. Strikes the provision that capped reimbursements at the cost of a reasonable commercial airfare.

This bill removes the requirement for evacuated persons to reimburse the government for the cost of their evacuation from foreign countries. It eliminates the State Department's repatriation loan program and the provision that capped reimbursements at the cost of a reasonable commercial airfare.

Key points

Eliminates the State Department's repatriation loan program.

Removes the requirement for evacuated persons to reimburse the government for evacuation costs.

Strikes the provision that capped reimbursements at the cost of a reasonable commercial airfare.

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Status:

Introduced

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Additional Information

Leave No Americans Behind Act of 2026

Print number: HR 8004

Sponsor: Rep. Dingell, Debbie [D-MI-6]

Process start date: 2026-03-19

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