To prohibit the Secretary of State from charging a fee for the issuance or reissuance of a passport card.

# HR 7782 Summary **What the Bill Does:** This bill would prevent the U.S. State Department from charging fees when issuing or reissuing passport cards. Currently, the State Department charges a fee for passport cards (a smaller, wallet-sized alternative to traditional passports).

If passed, these cards would be provided at no cost to applicants. **Who It Affects:** The bill would affect any American seeking to obtain or renew a passport card. It could also impact State Department revenue, as passport card fees are currently a funding source for passport processing operations. **Current Status:** HR 7782 is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was sponsored by Representative Lauren Underwood (D-IL).