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This bill establishes a comprehensive sports diplomacy strategy for the United States focused on leveraging major international sporting events hosted in the country between 2024 and 2034. The legislation requires the State Department's Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs to develop and submit a 5-year strategy aimed at enhancing U.S. soft power, diplomatic relationships, and global leadership through sports. The strategy must include specific elements such as diplomatic objectives, plans to partner with local cities and stakeholders, internal coordination methods, visa processing improvements, and resources needed for implementation. The bill also mandates the creation of an official Office of Sports Diplomacy, which will be responsible for managing sports diplomacy exchange programs, coordinating with various partners, and implementing the strategy. The office will be required to have at least three dedicated full-time staff members and will focus on deepening international connections through sports-related engagements. The sporting events covered include major competitions like the 2024 Copa America, 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2028 Summer Olympics, and others through 2034. Additionally, the Secretary of State must submit annual implementation reports to congressional committees, ensuring transparency and accountability in executing this diplomatic initiative.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5021/all-info