To require the Secretary of State to submit to Congress a notification of certain construction projects using nonstandard designs.

This bill expresses a Sense of Congress that the Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Building Operations should prioritize standardization in constructing new U.S. embassies and consulates, minimizing customization. It mandates that the Secretary of State must notify specific congressional committees at least 15 days before obligating funds for any new embassy or consulate project utilizing a nonstandard design . This notification requires a detailed comparison of the estimated full lifecycle cost, completion date, and security of the nonstandard project versus a standard design, along with a justification for choosing the nonstandard approach. The bill defines a "covered project" as the construction of a new U.S. embassy or consulate compound, including those already in the design or pre-design phase. The notification must also include supporting documentation or an explanation for its absence, ensuring transparency in construction decisions.