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SB2438: Department of State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2024

: Christopher Coons (D-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jul 20, 2023
International affairs
Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

An original bill making appropriations for the Department of State, foreign operations, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2024, and for other purposes.

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This bill sets aside federal money for the State Department, foreign aid programs, and related activities for fiscal year 2024 (October 2023 through September 2024). It determines how much funding various international programs will receive, including diplomatic operations, foreign assistance, and global initiatives. Senator Christopher Coons introduced the bill, which is currently in the early stage where it has been formally submitted but not yet debated or voted on. The bill addresses spending that supports U.S. relationships with other countries and international organizations.

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