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HR 9728·Federal·house

Protecting America’s Diplomatic Workforce Act

In Committee
Sponsor: Rep. Bera, Ami [D-CA-6] (D)
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Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Agriculture, 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.

Jul 16, 2026

Summary

The bill would modify the requirements for reductions in force under the Foreign Service Act of 1980, affecting Foreign Service officers and certain other federal workers. By altering these rules, it seeks to adjust how staffing cuts are handled within the diplomatic corps and related agencies. The change does not create new programs or funding, only revises existing procedures.

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