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This bill establishes and defines the roles of key leadership positions within the Department of State's public diplomacy operations, focusing on enhancing the United States' global communication and cultural exchange strategies. The bill creates an Under Secretary for Public Diplomacy who will be responsible for overseeing all public diplomacy activities, including leading information operations targeting foreign audiences, communicating U.S. policy abroad, countering foreign censorship, and coordinating with national security agencies. The bill also establishes an Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs to manage international exchange programs for youth, students, leaders, and influencers, with a focus on reducing administrative costs and expanding partnerships. Additionally, the bill creates an Assistant Secretary for Strategic Communications who will oversee foreign-facing information operations, manage media relations, support independent media, advocate for internet freedom, and lead diplomatic engagements on information freedom. The legislation provides funding authorization for these roles for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, and includes technical provisions for reclassifying certain sections of the United States Code. The overall aim is to strengthen the U.S. government's ability to communicate its policies, values, and messages effectively on the global stage.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/5251/all-info