Bills · HR 5247
REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5247Military assistance, sales, and agreementsLaw enforcement administration and funding
To provide for the International Security Affairs authorities of the Department of State.
INTRO SEP 10· LAST ACTION SEP 18
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 3 / 8Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to streamline and strengthen how the U.S. government addresses some of the most pressing global security challenges. By creating a clear chain of command and a dedicated office for issues like human trafficking, arms control, and international crime, it aims to improve coordination and effectiveness across various U.S. efforts abroad. If this bill becomes law, it could lead to more coherent foreign policies, better allocation of resources, and potentially more impactful interventions in these critical areas, which in turn could enhance global stability, human rights, and national security. If it doesn't pass, the current organizational structure for these issues within the State Department would remain, potentially continuing current challenges related to coordination or focus.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes an Under Secretary for International Security Affairs within the Department of State.
This creates a single high-level leader responsible for overseeing a broad range of international security issues, aiming for more unified foreign policy.
PROVISION 02
Requires the establishment of an Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking, headed by a Director with the rank of Ambassador-at-Large.
This elevates and centralizes the U.S. government's efforts against human trafficking under dedicated leadership and a specific office.
PROVISION 03
Authorizes Assistant Secretaries for Political-Military Affairs and for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, reporting to the new Under Secretary.
These positions provide specific leadership for critical areas of international security, ensuring focused attention and coordination with the new Under Secretary.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes funds necessary for the new Under Secretary, Assistant Secretaries, and the Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
This provision ensures that the newly created positions and offices will have the financial resources required to carry out their responsibilities.
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R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
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ACTION TIMELINE
5 EVENTSSEP 18
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
SEP 18
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 28 - 19.
SEP 17
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
SEP 10
Introduced in House
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5247
Congress119th
StatusReported
IntroducedSep 10, 2025
Last actionSep 18, 2025
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REPORTED· 119TH CONGRESS · FOREIGN AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 10, 2025
House BillHR 5247Military assistance, sales, and agreementsLaw enforcement administration and funding
To provide for the International Security Affairs authorities of the Department of State.
INTRODUCED SEP 10, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 18, 2025
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