Bill > S509

This bill, the Supporting Americans Wrongfully or Unlawfully Detained Abroad Act of 2023, aims to provide resources and support for U.S. nationals who are unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad. The key provisions of the bill include: 1) authorizing the Secretary of State to provide financial assistance to cover the costs of travel for family members or approved individuals to meet with the U.S. government in Washington, D.C. regarding the detained individual, up to two trips per fiscal year (with the possibility of a third trip if warranted); 2) allowing the Secretary to provide compensation and assistance for return travel to the U.S. upon the release of the detained individual if other government assistance is unavailable; 3) requiring the Secretary to make available operational psychologists and clinical social workers to support the mental health and well-being of the detained individual and their family members; and 4) establishing reporting requirements for the Secretary to notify Congress of expenditures over $250,000 and provide an annual report on the support provided.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/509/all-info