Bring Americans Home Act

1/22/2024, 3:45 PM

Bring Americans Home Act

This bill prohibits the Department of State from requiring U.S. citizens to pay for costs associated with a government assisted evacuation or departure from a crisis situation in a foreign country.

The Bring Americans Home Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6123, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide assistance to American citizens who are stranded abroad in emergency situations.

The bill proposes the creation of a fund to help cover the costs of repatriating US citizens who are unable to return home due to natural disasters, political unrest, or other unforeseen circumstances. This fund would be used to provide financial assistance for transportation, lodging, and other necessary expenses for Americans in need of assistance.

Additionally, the Bring Americans Home Act aims to streamline the process for coordinating with foreign governments and organizations to facilitate the safe return of US citizens. It also calls for the establishment of a task force to oversee the implementation of the bill and ensure that American citizens are provided with the necessary support and resources during times of crisis. Overall, the Bring Americans Home Act seeks to prioritize the safety and well-being of US citizens abroad and ensure that they have the necessary assistance to return home in times of emergency.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 6123
Introduced on
2023-10-30
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/30/2023
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Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Bring Americans Home Act

This bill prohibits the Department of State from requiring U.S. citizens to pay for costs associated with a government assisted evacuation or departure from a crisis situation in a foreign country.

The Bring Americans Home Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 6123, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide assistance to American citizens who are stranded abroad in emergency situations.

The bill proposes the creation of a fund to help cover the costs of repatriating US citizens who are unable to return home due to natural disasters, political unrest, or other unforeseen circumstances. This fund would be used to provide financial assistance for transportation, lodging, and other necessary expenses for Americans in need of assistance.

Additionally, the Bring Americans Home Act aims to streamline the process for coordinating with foreign governments and organizations to facilitate the safe return of US citizens. It also calls for the establishment of a task force to oversee the implementation of the bill and ensure that American citizens are provided with the necessary support and resources during times of crisis. Overall, the Bring Americans Home Act seeks to prioritize the safety and well-being of US citizens abroad and ensure that they have the necessary assistance to return home in times of emergency.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo prohibit the Secretary of State from requiring United States citizens who are evacuated by the Department of State or for which the Department of State provides government assisted departure from a crisis situation abroad to pay for the costs associated with such evacuation or departure.
Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Committee:  Foreign Affairs

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Latest Summary11/19/2024

Bring Americans Home Act

This bill prohibits the Department of State from requiring U.S. citizens to pay for costs associated with a government assisted evacuation or departure from a crisis situation in a foreign country....

Latest Action10/30/2023
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.