Washington, DC—The House Foreign Affairs Committee approved a package of legislative measures aimed at renewing the U.S. State Department’s operational framework, marking the first full reauthorization of the agency in close to twenty years. n nIncluded in the bundle is the PROFIT Act of 2025, introduced by Representative Young Kim (CA-40), who chairs the East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee. The legislation is designed to reinforce America’s economic diplomacy tools and equip foreign service officers with enhanced capabilities to promote national interests overseas. n n“Economic security and national security are deeply intertwined,” said Rep. Kim. “After years of stagnation, we are now steering U.S. diplomacy toward a more strategic posture. Today’s action signals America’s commitment to maintaining global influence. I’m proud to have collaborated with the administration and Chairman Mast to rebuild our economic statecraft, support American workers and enterprises abroad, and strengthen our competitive edge against strategic rivals.” n nIn addition to the main bill, several amendments championed by Rep. Kim were incorporated into the final legislative package: n nManager’s Amendment – Bolsters economic analysis capacity within the State Department by ensuring experienced staff in the Chief Economist’s office, enabling direct recruitment of technical specialists, creating the Office of Strategic Currency Diplomacy, and modernizing mandates for the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy. n nOffice of Subnational Diplomacy Amendment – Relocates the office to Los Angeles to facilitate cooperation with local and state authorities in attracting international investment, particularly in anticipation of major events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics. n nARMOR Act – Enhances defense coordination among AUKUS allies—Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States—by streamlining administrative processes and revising obsolete export control regulations. n nHealthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act – Reinforces American leadership in global maternal and child health by promoting affordable, evidence-based interventions such as multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) and modern prenatal vitamins. n
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Washington, DC—Today, the House Foreign Affairs Committee passed a series of bills to authorize the U.S. State Department and revitalize U.S. diplomatic capabilities. This is the first comprehensive reauthorization of the State Department in nearly two decades. n nThis package includes the PROFIT Act of 2025, introduced by East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee Chair Young Kim (CA-40), which strengthens America’s economic statecraft and empowers diplomats to advance U.S. interests abroad. n n“I have long said that economic security is national security. Now, for the first time in decades, our diplomatic compass is finally pointing in a more strategic direction,” said Rep. Young Kim. “Today’s vote proves that America is serious about securing its role on the world stage. I am proud to have worked alongside the administration and Chairman Mast to restore U.S. economic leadership, equip our diplomats to stand up for American workers and businesses, and ensure the United States can outcompete our adversaries.” n nAlongside the PROFIT Act of 2025, Rep. Kim advanced several amendments adopted in the final package of bills: n nManager’s Amendment – Enhances the State Department’s economic expertise by ensuring qualified personnel in the Office of the Chief Economist, granting direct hiring authority for technical experts, establishing the Office of Strategic Currency Diplomacy, and updating authorities for the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy. n nOffice of Subnational Diplomacy Amendment – Co-locates the Office of Subnational Diplomacy in Los Angeles to serve as a partner for local and state governments to attract foreign investment, especially in preparation for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. n nARMOR Act – Boosts defense collaboration among the AUKUS partners, Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, by cutting bureaucratic obstacles and reforming outdated export controls. n nHealthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Act – Strengthens U.S. leadership in global maternal and child health by advancing low-cost and effective solutions like multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) or modern prenatal vitamins.