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New Appeals Process for US Diplomats' Assignment Restrictions

This act establishes an independent appeals process for State Department employees facing assignment restrictions to specific countries. It aims to enhance fairness and transparency, promoting diversity within US diplomacy. This ensures employees have greater confidence that career decisions are made without bias.
Key points
State Department employees with assignment restrictions gain independent appeal rights, similar to security clearance denials.
The appeal process will be expedited, with decisions within 60 days, speeding up case resolutions.
The State Department must annually report data on restrictions, including employee ethnicity and race, to prevent discrimination.
The goal is to better utilize employees' linguistic and cultural skills, strengthening US diplomacy.
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Print number: 117_HR_5275
Sponsor: Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33]
Process start date: 2021-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Accountability in Assignment Restrictions Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5275.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • State Department employees with assignment restrictions gain independent appeal rights, similar to security clearance denials.
  • The appeal process will be expedited, with decisions within 60 days, speeding up case resolutions.
  • The State Department must annually report data on restrictions, including employee ethnicity and race, to prevent discrimination.
  • The goal is to better utilize employees' linguistic and cultural skills, strengthening US diplomacy.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-33].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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