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Oversight for Embassy Construction: Standards and Costs

This bill aims to increase oversight of new U.S. embassy and consulate construction. It requires the State Department to justify using nonstandard designs by comparing costs, timelines, and security with standard options. This ensures taxpayer money is spent responsibly on secure and efficient diplomatic facilities.
Key points
Increased scrutiny over spending on new U.S. embassy and consulate buildings.
The State Department must justify nonstandard designs, comparing them to standard options in terms of cost, completion time, and security.
The goal is to promote standardized, secure, and efficient designs, potentially leading to savings for taxpayers.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7054
Sponsor: Rep. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48]
Process start date: 2026-01-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7054.

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 2026-01-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased scrutiny over spending on new U.S. embassy and consulate buildings.
  • The State Department must justify nonstandard designs, comparing them to standard options in terms of cost, completion time, and security.
  • The goal is to promote standardized, secure, and efficient designs, potentially leading to savings for taxpayers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Issa, Darrell [R-CA-48].

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 2026-01-15.

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