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To repeal certain foreign affairs reporting requirements.
1/11/2023, 1:47 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1244
Bill 117 hr 1244, also known as the "Repeal of Certain Foreign Affairs Reporting Requirements Act," aims to eliminate certain reporting requirements related to foreign affairs. The bill seeks to streamline and simplify the reporting process for the Department of State and other agencies involved in foreign affairs.
Specifically, the bill would repeal several reporting requirements that are deemed unnecessary or redundant. These requirements include reporting on the activities of the United States in international organizations, reporting on the use of funds for international organizations, and reporting on the implementation of certain international agreements.
Proponents of the bill argue that these reporting requirements place unnecessary burdens on government agencies and divert resources away from more pressing foreign policy issues. By repealing these requirements, the bill aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the government's foreign affairs operations. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential lack of transparency and accountability that could result from eliminating these reporting requirements. They argue that these reports provide important information to Congress and the public about the government's foreign policy activities and expenditures. Overall, the passage of Bill 117 hr 1244 would represent a significant change in how the government reports on its foreign affairs activities. Supporters believe that it will lead to a more streamlined and efficient reporting process, while opponents raise concerns about the potential impact on transparency and accountability.
Specifically, the bill would repeal several reporting requirements that are deemed unnecessary or redundant. These requirements include reporting on the activities of the United States in international organizations, reporting on the use of funds for international organizations, and reporting on the implementation of certain international agreements.
Proponents of the bill argue that these reporting requirements place unnecessary burdens on government agencies and divert resources away from more pressing foreign policy issues. By repealing these requirements, the bill aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the government's foreign affairs operations. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential lack of transparency and accountability that could result from eliminating these reporting requirements. They argue that these reports provide important information to Congress and the public about the government's foreign policy activities and expenditures. Overall, the passage of Bill 117 hr 1244 would represent a significant change in how the government reports on its foreign affairs activities. Supporters believe that it will lead to a more streamlined and efficient reporting process, while opponents raise concerns about the potential impact on transparency and accountability.
Congressional Summary of HR 1244
This bill repeals the following foreign affairs reporting requirements:
- the President's report on progress toward the implementation of certain commitments by the Palestine Liberation Organization,
- the Department of State's report on progress toward opening the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem,
- the State Department's report on voting practices at the United Nations,
- the State Department's report on positions in each overseas mission that require foreign language competence,
- the State Department's report on world military expenditures and arms transfers,
- the State Department's report on U.S. policy objectives that are advanced through meetings of decision-making bodies of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, and
- the State Department's report on the coordination of U.S. assistance to foreign countries related to international terrorism.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1244
Bill HR 1244 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 23, 2021. Bill HR 1244 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 23, 2021. Bill HR 1244's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of February 23, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1244
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1244
Primary Policy Focus
International AffairsPotential Impact Areas
- Arab-Israeli relations
- Congressional oversight
- Defense spending
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Europe
- Foreign aid and international relief
- Foreign language and bilingual programs
- Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
- International organizations and cooperation
- Israel
- Middle East
- Military assistance, sales, and agreements
- Palestinians
- Terrorism
- United Nations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1244
To repeal certain foreign affairs reporting requirements.
To repeal certain foreign affairs reporting requirements.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1244
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