A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region.

1/10/2024, 9:45 PM

Congressional Summary of S 821

This bill authorizes the position of Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region within the Department of State. The Ambassador shall be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate.

The Ambassador is authorized to represent the United States in matters and cases relevant to Arctic affairs and shall be responsible for all matters, programs, and related activities pertaining to the Arctic region in the conduct of foreign policy by the State Department.

The Ambassador is also authorized to observe and coordinate various matters related to foreign policy in the Arctic, including energy, environment, trade, and infrastructure development and maintenance, as indicated by the State Department.

Current Status of Bill S 821

Bill S 821 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 15, 2023. Bill S 821 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 15, 2023.  Bill S 821's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of March 15, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 821

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
3
Republican Cosponsors
3
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
1

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 821

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 821

A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region.A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for the Arctic Region.
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