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Afghan Evacuee Vetting: New Requirements and Federal Aid Restrictions.

This bill mandates comprehensive identity and biometric verification, including in-person interviews, for all individuals evacuated from Afghanistan. The main consequence is that evacuees who fail to comply with the full vetting process will be ineligible to receive federal means-tested public benefits or unemployment compensation. The legislation aims to enhance security and accountability through rigorous background checks.
Key points
Mandatory verification of personal and biometric information, plus in-person vetting, for all Afghan evacuees (excluding U.S. citizens and military personnel).
Failure to complete the full vetting process results in the loss of eligibility for federal welfare benefits and unemployment compensation.
The Department of Homeland Security must establish a database to track the vetting status, criminal records, and benefit usage of these individuals.
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Print number: 119_S_3310
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Afghanistan Vetting and Accountability Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3310.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory verification of personal and biometric information, plus in-person vetting, for all Afghan evacuees (excluding U.S. citizens and military personnel).
  • Failure to complete the full vetting process results in the loss of eligibility for federal welfare benefits and unemployment compensation.
  • The Department of Homeland Security must establish a database to track the vetting status, criminal records, and benefit usage of these individuals.
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 Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO].

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 2025-12-23.

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