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Afghan Vetting in US: Enhancing Security and Accountability

This bill aims to re-verify the identity and background of Afghans who arrived in the U.S. between 2021-2022 and may not have been fully vetted. It seeks to enhance national and local security by ensuring all individuals in the country have been properly screened.
Key points
Requires re-vetting of all Afghan evacuees who entered the U.S. under Operation Allies Refuge and Operation Allies Welcome between 2021-2022 and may not have been fully screened.
Prioritizes vetting for individuals who lacked complete identity documentation upon arrival.
Establishes ongoing, periodic vetting processes, including in-person interviews, for these individuals throughout their authorized stay.
Mandates reporting of vetting results to relevant government agencies and local law enforcement.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_344
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2025-01-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to identify and conduct recurrent vetting of evacuees from Afghanistan found not to be properly vetted before entering the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_344.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires re-vetting of all Afghan evacuees who entered the U.S. under Operation Allies Refuge and Operation Allies Welcome between 2021-2022 and may not have been fully screened.
  • Prioritizes vetting for individuals who lacked complete identity documentation upon arrival.
  • Establishes ongoing, periodic vetting processes, including in-person interviews, for these individuals throughout their authorized stay.
  • Mandates reporting of vetting results to relevant government agencies and local law enforcement.
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. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

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.

CATEGORIES

Security Migration