RASC News Agency: The U.S. Congress has announced the passage of a bill designed to support Afghanistani citizens who served alongside American forces. The bill, titled the Coordinating Adjustment of Relocation Efforts (CARE) Act of 2024, aims to protect Afghanistani allies who demonstrated courage and dedication while working with U.S. military personnel, diplomats, and humanitarian workers, many of whom now face significant threats from the Taliban.
Congresswoman Dina Titus of Nevada stated, “The CARE Act of 2024 reflects the United States’ ongoing commitment to safeguarding those who stood by us throughout the 20-year mission in Afghanistan.” She emphasized that the legislation ensures the safe evacuation and resettlement of Afghanistani allies, who, through their unwavering service and loyalty, supported American efforts during the prolonged conflict. “The United States remains steadfast in its promise to evacuate and support Afghanistani supporters who acted with integrity and bravery alongside us,” she added.
The House of Representatives clarified that this mission is open-ended and will not be constrained by any deadline. With the passage of this law, the State Department’s relocation coordination office will be empowered to operate more effectively, facilitating the migration and resettlement of eligible Afghanistani citizens in the United States. The U.S. has previously evacuated a significant number of its Afghanistani collaborators. Since the Taliban’s return to power, several Western and European nations have passed similar legislation to protect their Afghanistani allies, citing the severe risks these individuals face. To date, thousands of Afghanistani citizens have been evacuated by various countries following the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan.
