S 3491 · 117th Congress · International Affairs
Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State Act
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Introduced2
Committee3
Senate Vote4
House5
EnactedLatest: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 338.(2022-04-06)
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Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State for the 21st Century Act This bill establishes in the legislative branch a commission to examine the changing nature of diplomacy in the 21st century and ways the Department of State can modernize to advance U.S. interests. The commission must offer recommendations related to topics such as (1) the State Department's organizational structure and infrastructure, (2) the link between diplomacy and other core U.S. interests such as defense, and (3) the core legislation that authorizes U.S. diplomacy. Within 18 months of this bill's enactment, the commission must provide to Congress and the President its final report of findings, conclusions, and recommendations. The commission shall terminate 60 days after the submission of the final report.…
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CBO Cost Estimate
Congressional Budget OfficeS. 3491, Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State Act
May 6, 2022As reported by the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on April 6, 2022
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Cosponsors (4)
3 Democrats1 Republican