Bills · HR 4455
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4455International Affairs
United States Security Assistance Effectiveness Act
INTRO JUL 16· LAST ACTION JUL 16
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because it aims to improve how the U.S. spends taxpayer money on foreign aid, specifically military and security assistance. The U.S. provides billions of dollars in such aid annually to countries around the world, and this bill seeks to ensure that these funds are used effectively, align with U.S. foreign policy goals, and are properly managed. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to better accountability for how U.S. security assistance is used by recipient nations, potentially reducing waste and misuse, and strengthening U.S. diplomatic and security relationships.
Without these changes, the current system for managing security assistance might remain fragmented, leading to inefficiencies, unclear objectives, and a lack of unified oversight across different government agencies. This bill tries to address those issues by centralizing coordination and requiring specialized training, which could ultimately lead to more impactful and responsible use of U.S. resources abroad.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the duties of the Under Secretary for Arms Control and International Security to provide strategic guidance and integrate budgets for security assistance across the State Department and diplomatic posts.
This centralizes strategic oversight, aiming for more coherent and unified U.S. foreign security policy.
PROVISION 02
Establishes or designates an Office of Security Assistance within the Under Secretary's office, led by a Coordinator, responsible for guiding assistance, maintaining a database, and overseeing evaluations.
Creates a dedicated structure and leadership to streamline and manage security assistance operations.
PROVISION 03
Requires relevant State Department bureaus and U.S. diplomatic posts in recipient countries to designate specific officers to coordinate security assistance and ensure proper use of aid.
Improves on-the-ground coordination and accountability for aid use, including human rights compliance.
PROVISION 04
Mandates the establishment of a specialized training curriculum for State Department employees involved in security assistance, covering relevant laws, programs, and evaluation methods.
Ensures staff have the necessary expertise to effectively manage and monitor complex security assistance programs.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Secretary of State to submit a plan within 180 days outlining how these coordination and training reforms will be implemented.
Ensures a structured approach to implementing the new organizational and workforce development changes.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 16
Introduced in House
JUL 16
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4455
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 16, 2025
Last actionJul 16, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 16, 2025
House BillHR 4455International Affairs
United States Security Assistance Effectiveness Act
INTRODUCED JUL 16, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 16, 2025
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READING
17 min
COSPONSORS
1
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