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US HR3433

US HR3433
Arctic Diplomacy Act of 2021


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Introduced
05/20/2021
In Committee
05/20/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL 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.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a United States Ambassador at Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State to facilitate the development and coordination of U.S. foreign policy in the Arctic region. The bill outlines the Ambassador's duties, including coordinating diplomatic objectives, representing the U.S. in multilateral forums, informing transnational commerce and maritime transit, and integrating climate science data into security strategies. Additionally, the bill directs the Secretary of State to establish an Arctic Region Security Policy to assess and address security risks, enhance resilience, advance principles of good governance, and reduce emissions in the region.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (on 05/20/2021)

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