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To establish an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.

USA119th CongressHR-3328| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2025
Ami Bera

Ami Bera

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (3)
Mark E. Amodei (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Rick Larsen (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill proposes to establish a new position of Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State. This Ambassador would be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, serving as the primary representative for the United States in all matters pertaining to the Arctic region. The Ambassador's duties include advising the Secretary of State on Arctic foreign policy, leading the coordination of relevant programs carried out by U.S. Government agencies abroad, and maintaining continuous observation of key issues. These responsibilities encompass areas such as energy, environment, trade, infrastructure development, law enforcement, and political-military affairs . The role specifically focuses on strengthening cooperation among Arctic countries, promoting responsible natural resource management, protecting the Arctic environment, involving indigenous peoples in decision-making, and supporting scientific research.
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Timeline
May 13, 2025
Introduced in House
May 13, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Oct 30, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1000
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
  • May 13, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 13, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • October 30, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1000
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • S 119-1000: A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.

To establish an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.

USA119th CongressHR-3328| House 
| Updated: 5/13/2025
This bill proposes to establish a new position of Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs within the Department of State. This Ambassador would be appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, serving as the primary representative for the United States in all matters pertaining to the Arctic region. The Ambassador's duties include advising the Secretary of State on Arctic foreign policy, leading the coordination of relevant programs carried out by U.S. Government agencies abroad, and maintaining continuous observation of key issues. These responsibilities encompass areas such as energy, environment, trade, infrastructure development, law enforcement, and political-military affairs . The role specifically focuses on strengthening cooperation among Arctic countries, promoting responsible natural resource management, protecting the Arctic environment, involving indigenous peoples in decision-making, and supporting scientific research.
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Timeline
May 13, 2025
Introduced in House
May 13, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Oct 30, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

S 119-1000
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
  • May 13, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • May 13, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.


  • October 30, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    S 119-1000
    Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
Ami Bera

Ami Bera

Democratic Representative

California

Cosponsors (3)
Mark E. Amodei (Republican)Sarah McBride (Democratic)Rick Larsen (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

Related Bills

  • S 119-1000: A bill to establish an Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted