Defending American Diplomacy Act
This bill requires the State Department to obtain specific congressional authorization and submit a detailed reorganization plan before making any structural changes. The plan must cover impacts on diplomatic operations, consular services, workforce transitions, and risks to U.S. foreign policy interests. If the department bypasses these requirements, federal funds cannot be used for State Department efficiency activities or official travel by politically appointed officials. The bill directly affects State Department leadership and congressional committees, mandating strict oversight before any reorganization takes effect.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 2, 2025
Last action Apr 2, 2025
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Apr 2, 2025
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
lower
Apr 2, 2025
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 40 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
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Party
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District
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Sydney Kamlager-Dove
DDemocratic
Co
Ami Bera
DDemocratic
Co
Bonnie Watson Coleman
DDemocratic
Co
Chellie Pingree
DDemocratic
Co
Daniel S. Goldman
DDemocratic
Co
Dina Titus
DDemocratic
Co
Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
Co
Emanuel Cleaver
DDemocratic
Co
Gabe Amo
DDemocratic
Co
Gerald E. Connolly
DDemocratic
Co
Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr.
DDemocratic
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