HR 8212
Tech Diplomacy Training Act
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Bill overview
This bill requires U.S. Foreign Service officers to complete specific training focused on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. The training will cover topics like artificial intelligence, emerging communications technologies, and how adversaries use technology to impact diplomacy. It aims to equip diplomats with the knowledge to effectively utilize technology as a tool in international relations and understand potential threats.
Key provisions
- Requires Foreign Service officers to complete STEM training.
- The training will cover artificial intelligence, next-generation communications, and technological advancements.
- Training will address how the U.S. can use technology in diplomacy.
- Training will cover how adversaries utilize technology to undermine U.S. diplomacy.
- A condensed training curriculum will be established.
- The training will be integrated into the A-100 course.
- Existing officers have a timeframe to complete the new training.
Who is affected
- U.S. Foreign Service Officers
- The Department of State
- The George P. Shultz National Foreign Affairs Training Center
Notable changes
- Introduces a new requirement for STEM training within the Foreign Service curriculum.
- Specifically addresses the use of technology by adversaries in diplomatic contexts.
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. R. 8212
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
A BILL
To require Foreign Service officers to complete certain science, technology, engineering, and mathematics training, and for other purposes.
This Act may be cited as the Tech Diplomacy Training Act
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Section 708 of the Foreign Service Act of 1980 (22 U.S.C. 4028) is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection:
matters related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, including—
next generation communications;
technological advancements made in different geographic regions;
how such topics affect diplomacy; and
any other training with respect to such matters that such secretary determines critical to the Foreign Service;
to undermine United States diplomacy; and
when engaging in diplomacy.
The training described under paragraph (1) shall be included in the A–100 course attended by each Foreign Service officer.
The training required by this subsection shall be in addition to and conducted separate from each other training required to be completed by a Foreign Service officer.