Bill Sponsor
House Bill 3433
117th Congress(2021-2022)
Arctic Diplomacy Act of 2021
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on May 20, 2021
Overview
Text
Introduced
May 20, 2021
Latest Action
May 20, 2021
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
3433
Congress
117
Policy Area
International Affairs
International Affairs
Primary focus of measure is matters affecting foreign aid, human rights, international law and organizations; national governance; arms control; diplomacy and foreign officials; alliances and collective security. Measures concerning trade agreements, tariffs, foreign investments, and foreign loans may fall under Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area.
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Minnesota
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California
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Hawaii
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Massachusetts
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Massachusetts
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New York
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Tennessee
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Virginia
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary

Arctic Diplomacy Act of 2021

This bill establishes the position of Ambassador at Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State.

The ambassador shall facilitate the development and coordination of U.S. foreign policy and activities related to the Arctic region, including policies and activities to (1) meet U.S. national security needs, (2) protect the environment, (3) increase cooperation among Arctic countries, (4) involve Arctic Indigenous people in relevant decisions, and (5) enhance scientific research and monitoring.

Furthermore, the ambassador must establish an Arctic Region Security Policy. The policy must assess and implement plans and actions to (1) bolster U.S. diplomatic presence in Arctic countries, (2) enhance the resilience of Arctic countries to environmental change and increased civilian and military activity in the region, and (3) advance principles of good governance in the region.

Text (1)
Actions (2)
05/20/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
05/20/2021
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:49:37 PM