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US HR8536

US HR8536
Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State Act


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Introduced
07/27/2022
In Committee
07/27/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To establish a commission to reform and modernize the Department of State.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State to examine how diplomacy has changed in the 21st century and make recommendations to modernize the Department of State's organization, personnel, infrastructure, and core legislation and regulations. The Commission will be comprised of 8 members appointed by Congressional leaders and will have the authority to hold hearings, request information from federal agencies, and hire staff. The Commission must submit a final report with its findings and recommendations within 18 months, and the Department of State will have the opportunity to review and respond to the recommendations before the report is finalized. The Commission will terminate 180 days after submitting the final report.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (on 07/27/2022)

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