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Bills · HR 5244
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5244Department of StateDiplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
To provide for the authorities of the Secretary of State.
INTRO SEP 10· LAST ACTION SEP 18
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
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Introduced
In Committee
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Passed House
Passed Senate
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To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
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Voters should care about this bill because it aims to make U.S. foreign policy more effective and coordinated, especially concerning international bodies like the United Nations. By clarifying who reports to whom and what their responsibilities are, the bill intends to streamline how the U.S. interacts on the global stage, potentially leading to a more unified and forceful U.S. voice on important world issues.
If this bill becomes law, the U.S. will have a clearer strategy for pushing back against countries perceived as undermining the UN's impartiality and for advocating for Taiwan's role in global governance. If it doesn't pass, the existing framework for the Secretary of State's office and the UN Ambassador's role would remain without these specific mandates, potentially resulting in a less targeted approach to addressing foreign influence and promoting Taiwan's international standing.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Authorizes the Secretary of State to establish key support positions (e.g., Chief of Staff, Counselor) within their office to enhance situational awareness and decision-making.
This allows the Secretary to build a more effective and responsive internal team for managing the Department and its foreign policy efforts.
PROVISION 02
Clearly defines the U.S. Ambassador to the UN's role, requiring them to report to the Secretary of State and collaborate closely to implement a unified U.S. strategy.
This aims to ensure consistent U.S. foreign policy at the UN by strengthening coordination between the Ambassador and the State Department leadership.
PROVISION 03
Mandates the U.S. Ambassador to the UN to identify and oppose "malign influence operations" by UN Member States and employees, and to support Taiwan's participation in relevant UN entities.
This provision directly addresses concerns about foreign influence within the UN and explicitly supports Taiwan's international engagement.
PROVISION 04
Establishes the U.S. Mission to the UN, outlining how additional representatives are appointed and how the mission coordinates with State Department bureaus.
This ensures a structured and coordinated approach to U.S. representation across various UN bodies, aligning efforts across the government.
Voters should care about this bill because it aims to make U.S. foreign policy more effective and coordinated, especially concerning international bodies like the United Nations. By clarifying who reports to whom and what their responsibilities are, the bill intends to streamline how the U.S. interacts on the global stage, potentially leading to a more unified and forceful U.S. voice on important world issues.
If this bill becomes law, the U.S. will have a clearer strategy for pushing back against countries perceived as undermining the UN's impartiality and for advocating for Taiwan's role in global governance. If it doesn't pass, the existing framework for the Secretary of State's office and the UN Ambassador's role would remain without these specific mandates, potentially resulting in a less targeted approach to addressing foreign influence and promoting Taiwan's international standing.
KEY PROVISIONS
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Authorizes the Secretary of State to establish key support positions (e.g., Chief of Staff, Counselor) within their office to enhance situational awareness and decision-making.
This allows the Secretary to build a more effective and responsive internal team for managing the Department and its foreign policy efforts.
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Clearly defines the U.S. Ambassador to the UN's role, requiring them to report to the Secretary of State and collaborate closely to implement a unified U.S. strategy.
This aims to ensure consistent U.S. foreign policy at the UN by strengthening coordination between the Ambassador and the State Department leadership.
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Mandates the U.S. Ambassador to the UN to identify and oppose "malign influence operations" by UN Member States and employees, and to support Taiwan's participation in relevant UN entities.
This provision directly addresses concerns about foreign influence within the UN and explicitly supports Taiwan's international engagement.
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Establishes the U.S. Mission to the UN, outlining how additional representatives are appointed and how the mission coordinates with State Department bureaus.
This ensures a structured and coordinated approach to U.S. representation across various UN bodies, aligning efforts across the government.
GLOSSARY
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Secretary of State
The principal foreign policy advisor to the President and the head of the U.S. Department of State, responsible for implementing the President's foreign policy.
United Nations Ambassador
The lead diplomatic representative of the United States to the United Nations, responsible for advocating U.S. interests and policies within the international organization.
Malign influence operations
Coordinated efforts by a country to influence actions, attitudes, or decisions within the United Nations system in a way that serves that country's interests and goes against the UN's founding principles.
United Nations entity
Refers to any part of the United Nations system, including its main bodies like the Security Council or General Assembly, its administrative arm (Secretariat), or specialized agencies.
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary
A title given to a senior diplomat who represents their country abroad, with full authority to act on behalf of their government.
Chief of Staff
A high-ranking assistant who oversees the daily operations of an office and manages staff for a principal official, such as the Secretary of State.
ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTS
SEP 18, 25
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
COMMITTEE
SEP 18, 25
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 27 - 20.