What does Preamble of HR 1338 do?

This bill amends the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018. It requires the President to automatically waive certain critical document fees. The waivers apply to individuals and households affected by major disasters. Disasters must be those for which assistance is provided under the Individuals and Households Program.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 1338 do?

This bill is formally titled the Replacing Essential Passports and Licenses After Certain Emergencies Act.

What does CRITICAL DOCUMENT FEE WAIVER. of HR 1338 do?

This section amends Section 1238(a) of the Disaster Recovery Reform Act of 2018. It establishes a process for the President, in consultation with a State's Governor, to waive fees for individuals and households adversely affected by a major disaster. The waiver applies to individuals and households receiving assistance under section 408 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act and who have lost a critical document. The Secretary of State and the Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services must publicize the availability of these fee waivers. USCIS and the Department of State are required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing the number of waivers granted and their associated costs.

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REPLACE Act — HR. 1338

Last updated: 2/13/2025 · Introduced: 2/13/2025

Author: Joe Neguse (D-CO)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill allows the President, in consultation with state governors, to waive fees for replacing critical documents (like passports and licenses) for individuals and households affected by major disasters who are receiving disaster assistance.
The Department of State and USCIS must publicize the availability of these fee waivers and report annually to Congress on the number of waivers granted and their costs.

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