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HB5233: To amend the Passport Act of June 4, 1920, to make certain improvements with respect to expenditure and other authorities, and for other purposes.

: Earl Carter (R-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Aug 18, 2023
Immigration
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

To amend the Passport Act of June 4, 1920, to make certain improvements with respect to expenditure and other authorities, and for other purposes.

Plain-language summary

This bill proposes changes to the Passport Act of 1920, which governs how the U.S. government issues passports and manages related spending. The bill aims to update spending rules and other authorities related to passport operations. The specific improvements are not detailed in the bill's title or description provided. The bill has been introduced in Congress and is awaiting review.

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