To amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to provide for an exemption of reimbursement for certain travel to return to the United States, and for other purposes.

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Congressional Summary of HR 5965

This bill exempts private U.S. citizens and others who were evacuated from Israel following the October 2023 Hamas attacks from travel reimbursement requirements. The bill also requires the Government Accountability Office to report to Congress on any instances of airline price gouging relating to the evacuation of U.S. citizens from Israel following the October 2023 attacks.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5965

Bill HR 5965 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 17, 2023. Bill HR 5965 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 17, 2023. Bill HR 5965's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of October 25, 2023

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5965

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International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5965

To amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to provide for an exemption of reimbursement for certain travel to return to the United States, and for other purposes.