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US S2083HOPE for Afghan SIVs Act of 2021 Honoring Our Promises through Expedition for Afghan SIVs Act of 2021
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Introduced
06/16/2021
06/16/2021
In Committee
06/16/2021
06/16/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To waive the requirement to undergo a medical exam for aliens who are otherwise eligible for special immigrant status under the Afghan Allies Protection Act of 2009, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Honoring Our Promises through Expedition for Afghan SIVs Act of 2021 (also known as the HOPE for Afghan SIVs Act of 2021), would waive the requirement for Afghan special immigrant visa (SIV) applicants to undergo a medical exam before admission to the United States. The Secretary of State or the Secretary of Homeland Security would have the authority to grant this waiver, which would be valid for 1 year and could be extended annually. The bill also requires that any Afghan SIV recipient who does not undergo a pre-admission medical exam receive one within 90 days of arrival in the U.S. to address any public health concerns. The bill aims to expedite the processing of Afghan SIV applications and facilitate the admission of Afghan allies to the U.S. in the aftermath of the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 06/16/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2083/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2083/BILLS-117s2083is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2083/BILLS-117s2083is.pdf.pdf |
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