Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023

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Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023

This bill establishes the Commission on Americans Living Abroad, which must report on how federal laws and policies affect U.S. citizens living abroad, including civilians and members of the Armed Forces.

Each federal agency affected by a recommendation in the report shall submit a response to the President, Congress, and the commission.

Bill 118 hr 2729, also known as the Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a commission that will study and make recommendations on issues affecting Americans living abroad.

The commission will be composed of 15 members, appointed by the President and leaders of Congress, who have expertise in areas such as international relations, taxation, and social services. The commission will be tasked with examining the challenges and opportunities faced by Americans living abroad, including issues related to citizenship, voting rights, access to healthcare, and financial services.

The commission will conduct research, hold public hearings, and consult with experts and stakeholders to gather information and develop recommendations. The commission will then submit a report to Congress and the President with its findings and recommendations for addressing the needs of Americans living abroad. Overall, the Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023 aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the issues facing Americans living abroad and to propose solutions to improve their quality of life and ensure their rights are protected.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 2729

Introduced on
2023-04-19

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/19/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023

This bill establishes the Commission on Americans Living Abroad, which must report on how federal laws and policies affect U.S. citizens living abroad, including civilians and members of the Armed Forces.

Each federal agency affected by a recommendation in the report shall submit a response to the President, Congress, and the commission.

Bill 118 hr 2729, also known as the Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a commission that will study and make recommendations on issues affecting Americans living abroad.

The commission will be composed of 15 members, appointed by the President and leaders of Congress, who have expertise in areas such as international relations, taxation, and social services. The commission will be tasked with examining the challenges and opportunities faced by Americans living abroad, including issues related to citizenship, voting rights, access to healthcare, and financial services.

The commission will conduct research, hold public hearings, and consult with experts and stakeholders to gather information and develop recommendations. The commission will then submit a report to Congress and the President with its findings and recommendations for addressing the needs of Americans living abroad. Overall, the Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023 aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the issues facing Americans living abroad and to propose solutions to improve their quality of life and ensure their rights are protected.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo establish a commission to study how Federal laws and policies affect United States citizens living in foreign countries.

Policy Areas
Government Operations and Politics

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Latest Summary5/11/2023

Commission on Americans Living Abroad Act of 2023

This bill establishes the Commission on Americans Living Abroad, which must report on how federal laws and policies affect U.S. citizens living abroad, including civilians ...


Latest Action4/19/2023
Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, Ways and Means, the Judiciary, House Administration, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speake...