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US S4653

US S4653
Secure Embassy Construction and Counterterrorism Act of 2022 Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State Act Diplomatic Support and Security Act of 2022 Combating Global Corruption Act of 2022 Global Respect Act of 2022


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Introduced
07/28/2022
In Committee
09/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A bill to provide for certain authorities of the Department of State, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill: Establishes the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy within the Department of State to lead the Department's international cyber mission and develop an international cyberspace and digital policy strategy. It also requires the Government Accountability Office to assess the Department's organizational structure and approach to managing its diplomatic efforts to advance U.S. interests regarding cyberspace. The bill promotes global internet freedom and provides funding to the Department, USAID, and the U.S. Agency for Global Media to support such efforts. It also includes provisions to improve the Department's ability to recruit and retain cybersecurity professionals. Additionally, the bill creates new authorities related to embassy security, personnel issues at the Department, and diversity and inclusion efforts. It establishes a Commission to review and make recommendations on reforming and modernizing the Department. The bill also addresses issues related to global corruption, the rights of LGBTI individuals, and various other foreign policy matters.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 490. (on 09/15/2022)

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