Safe Embassies Act

Hozzl · 2025-09-11T21:27:27Z

Explore the details of House Bill 5044 Safe Embassies Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

9/11/2025, 9:27 PM

Summary of Bill HR 5044

H.R. 5044, introduced in the 119th Congress on August 26, 2025, aims to amend the Diplomatic Security Act by mandating that congressional notifications concerning the reopening of high-risk, high-threat diplomatic posts must now include an explanation regarding the national security significance of such actions.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5044

Bill HR 5044 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 26, 2025. Bill HR 5044 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on August 26, 2025. Bill HR 5044's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of August 26, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5044

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5044

Primary Policy Focus

International Affairs

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5044

To amend the Diplomatic Security Act to require that congressional notifications relating to decisions to re-open high risk, high threat diplomatic posts include an explanation of the national security value of such decision.

Comments

Raya Frederick

954

9 months ago

This bill is bad news for us all! It's gonna make it harder for embassies to keep us safe. Who's gonna be affected by this mess?

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5044

Michael Lawler

New YorkRepublican

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