Passport Service. would become effective on September 15. 1960. stating: The designation of "Service" will more accurately describe the functions performed by this important area of the Department of State in providing passports and related services for U.S. citizens. The announcement also set forth the importance of the operations of the Passport Office. The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952Public Law 414. 82d Congressplaced the Passport Office under the jurisdiction and administrative control of the Bureau of Security and Consular Affairs. Since this status was established by statute. some doubt exists as to whether the directive of the Secretary can become effective from a legal point of view. It may. therefore. be necessary for the Congress to authorize the proposed transfer and change in name of this activity by legislative action.
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