H.R. 9728 · Where this bill is now
In committee
Introduced in the House, sent 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
2nd SessionH. R. 9728
A BILL
Protecting America’s Diplomatic Workforce Act
Sponsor: Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA-6) · Introduced Jul 16, 2026 · International Affairs · 1 version of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Jul 16, 2026: “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.”
Sections
Sections · 6
- Sec. 1Short titleNo change
- Sec. 2Improved transparency and justifications for significant reductions in forceNo change
- Sec. 3Foreign service reduction in force proceduresNo change
- Sec. 4Notice period required for reductions in forceNo change
- Sec. 5Prior consultation and briefing requirements for significant changes to the foreign affairs manualNo change
- Sec. 6DefinitionsNo change