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Introduced
06/26/2019
06/26/2019
In Committee
06/26/2019
06/26/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To amend the State Department Basic Authorities Act of 1956 to establish a United States Ambassador at Large for Arctic Affairs, and for other purposes. This bill establishes within the Department of State an Ambassador at Large for Arctic Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an Ambassador at Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State. The Ambassador, appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate, will be responsible for diplomatic representation on Arctic affairs, serving as the Chair of the Arctic Council when the U.S. holds the Chairmanship, and coordinating U.S. Arctic policies. The purpose is to strengthen the U.S. presence and leadership in the Arctic region through dedicated high-level diplomacy and policy coordination.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (6)
F. James Sensenbrenner (R)*,
Rick Larsen (D),
Brian Mast (R),
Markwayne Mullin (R),
Dean Phillips (D),
Don Young (R),
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (on 06/26/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/3493/all-info | 06/27/2019 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3493/BILLS-116hr3493ih.pdf | 07/07/2019 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3493/BILLS-116hr3493ih.pdf.pdf | 07/07/2019 |
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