Bill · H.R. 2609· House(119-HR-2609)
PEACE Act
- Introduced
- 4/2/2025
- Last activity
- 4/2/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Bradley Schneider
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "PEACE Act," aims to promote education and training for United States diplomatic personnel regarding the Abraham Accords and other normalization agreements with Israel. It calls for the Secretary of State to provide comprehensive training on the history, principles, and future applications of these agreements. The Act allows for supplementing existing training at the Foreign Service Institute and developing virtual training modules. It also authorizes fellowships and grants for Foreign Service officers to engage with counterparts in agreement countries or regional organizations. Additionally, it requires the establishment of a nonpartisan advisory board to provide recommendations on curriculum and strategic planning. Finally, the Secretary of State must develop a strategy and submit regular reports to Congress regarding these educational initiatives.
Yes
Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?+6
By providing specialized training and fellowships, the bill enhances the proficiency of US diplomats in regional engagement.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+5
The bill strengthens diplomatic relations through targeted education and training regarding the Abraham Accords.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2
The bill includes specific reporting requirements to Congress regarding the implementation of educational strategies.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Diplomatic Expertise: By supplementing existing offerings at the Foreign Service Institute and creating virtual training modules, the bill aims to provide diplomats with a better understanding of the history, implementation, and implications of normalization agreements (Section 3(a)).
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Professional Development Opportunities: The bill authorizes the Director General of the Foreign Service to award fellowships or grants to eligible officers, allowing them to participate in programs or projects involving counterparts of the Abraham Accords or regional organizations (Section 4).
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Expert Guidance for Education: The establishment of a nonpartisan advisory board composed of individuals with expertise in diplomacy, Middle Eastern studies, interfaith dialogue, and peace-building is intended to provide independent advice on curriculum and strategic planning (Section 5).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Diplomatic Engagement+6Improves International Alliances+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- 6/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/8/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 4/2/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Russell FryRepublican · South Carolina
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Abraham HamadehRepublican · Arizona