Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Why This Matters
This bill aims to prevent individuals who support terrorism from traveling internationally by denying or revoking their passports. It also provides a way for affected individuals to appeal these decisions.
If you are linked to a foreign terrorist organization, you could lose your passport and ability to travel abroad.
Who this affects
Individuals charged with terrorism · Individuals convicted of terrorism · Families of individuals charged or convicted
What changes is this bill making?
1This bill allows the government to deny passports to individuals linked to foreign terrorist organizations.
2It requires the Secretary of State to revoke passports for those charged with supporting terrorism.
3Individuals can appeal the denial or revocation of their passport within 60 days.
4The Secretary of State can issue limited passports for individuals returning to the U.S. under certain conditions.
5Reports on passport denials and revocations must be submitted to Congress.
