Enhancing Subnational Diplomacy Act

The Enhancing Subnational Diplomacy Act authorizes the U.S. State Department to provide direct support to state and local governments (including elected officials and staff) for international engagement that aligns with U.S. foreign policy goals. It allows the State Department to fund travel for state and local officials to attend international meetings, assist in hosting major global events, and cover costs for staff training and memberships in international organizations. The bill also creates a grant program for state and local governments to fund public diplomacy, commercial diplomacy, and technical assistance projects in collaboration with federal agencies. These provisions aim to strengthen the role of subnational governments in U.S. foreign policy efforts through formalized support mechanisms.