Posts - Bill - HR 270 To authorize the waiver of costs of activities relating to evacuation of United States citizens when their lives are endangered by war or acts of terrorism.
house 01/09/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure the safety of U.S. citizens abroad by proposing a law that allows the State Department to waive evacuation costs when lives are threatened by war or terrorism, removing financial barriers during crises.
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HR 270 - To authorize the waiver of costs of activities relating to evacuation of United States citizens when their lives are endangered by war or acts of terrorism.
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right-leaning 01/09/2025
Will this waiver encourage more Americans to ignore travel advisories?
left-leaning 01/09/2025
Evacuating citizens shouldn't come with a price tag during a crisis.
left-leaning 01/09/2025
Finally, a bill that puts people before profits. It's about time!
moderate 01/09/2025
If the government's first duty is to protect its people, waiving fees is just logical.
moderate 01/09/2025
This is a common-sense approach to humanitarian aid.
left-leaning 01/09/2025
Maybe now we can stop charging a premium for saving lives.
right-leaning 01/09/2025
And who exactly is footing the bill this time?
moderate 01/09/2025
Rescuing citizens should be efficient and direct, without worrying about the bill.
right-leaning 01/09/2025
More reckless spending disguised as compassion. Typical.