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S. 2217 (96th)

Special Afghanistan and Somalian Refugee Relief Act

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Introduced

24 January 1980

Last action

24 January 1980 · Introduced

Status

Referred to Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.

Sponsors

Sen. Kennedy, Edward M. [D-MA]

Subjects

Asylum

Source updated

2 September 2025

Asylum

Summary

Special Afghanistan and Somalian Refugee Relief Act - Amends the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to authorize the President to furnish assistance for refugees from Afghanistan and Somalia, through the United Nations and other international agencies to the maximum extent possible. Directs the President to report to the appropriate congressional committees regarding the obligation of funds pursuant to this Act.

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Timeline

  1. 24 January 1980

    Introduced

    Referred to Senate Committee on Foreign Relations.

    Source: IntroReferral

  2. 24 January 1980

    Introduced

    Introduced in Senate

    Source: IntroReferral

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