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.

# HR 270 Bill Summary **What the Bill Does** HR 270 would allow the U.S. State Department to waive the costs that American citizens normally have to repay when they're evacuated from foreign countries during dangerous situations caused by war or terrorism. Currently, the government can charge citizens for evacuation expenses if they're rescued from crisis zones. This bill would give the State Department the authority to forgive those bills in emergency situations. **Who It Affects and Current Status** The bill would primarily affect American citizens stranded abroad during conflicts or terrorist attacks, as well as their families who might otherwise face substantial evacuation bills.

It also applies to the State Department, which would gain discretion over cost recovery decisions. As of now, HR 270 is in committee, meaning it's still in the early legislative stage and hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Neal Dunn (R-FL).