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US HR9112

US HR9112
United States Ambassador at Large for Arctic Affairs Act of 2022


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Introduced
09/30/2022
In Committee
09/30/2022
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. The Ambassador will be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Ambassador's duties include diplomatic representation on matters related to the Arctic in contacts with foreign governments, intergovernmental organizations, and during multilateral conferences and meetings. When the United States holds the Chairmanship of the Arctic Council, the Ambassador will serve as the Chair. The Ambassador will also coordinate United States Arctic policies.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. (on 09/30/2022)

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