Passport Emergency Extension Act of 2021

Passport Emergency Extension Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of State to establish an expedited procedure for providing individuals who wish to use their U.S. passport that expired during the COVID-19 emergency (or that is scheduled to expire by March 31, 2022) with a marker to be affixed to such passport indicating a renewal or extension of validity through July 31, 2022.

Bill 117 HR 4615, also known as the Passport Emergency Extension Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide emergency extensions for expired or expiring passports during times of crisis or emergency situations.

The bill allows the Secretary of State to extend the validity of passports for US citizens who are unable to renew their passports due to circumstances such as natural disasters, pandemics, or other emergencies. This extension would be for a period of up to one year, allowing individuals to continue to travel internationally even if their passport has expired.

The Passport Emergency Extension Act of 2021 aims to provide relief to individuals who may be stranded or unable to travel due to unforeseen circumstances beyond their control. By allowing for emergency extensions of passports, this bill seeks to ensure that US citizens are able to access necessary travel documents during times of crisis. Overall, the Passport Emergency Extension Act of 2021 is a bipartisan effort to address the needs of individuals facing passport expiration during emergency situations, providing a practical solution to help facilitate international travel for US citizens in times of crisis.